Wedding Essentials Fall/Winter 2013

o m a h a m e t r o ' s u lt i m at e p l a n n i n g g u i d e

essentials

Gatsby Style

A Vintage-Modern Love Affair

REAL

weddings

from opulent to intimate

k

k

plus Your To-Dos,

Budgets, Venues, Colors & More

k k

we

. .

from the d-H er al d Omah a Wo rl Co mpan y

advice • trends • inspiration • fashion

West

Fontenelle Hills

4141 N. 156th Street, Omaha, NE 68116

1102 Country Club Ct., Bellevue, NE 68005

402-991-9872 | www.AViewWestOmaha.com

402-291-2582 | www.AViewFH.com

Photos: Lindsey George

The Borsheims Classic Collection

Save on the ring. Spend on the ever after. oposal, When it comes time to celebrate your love with a proposal, help him choose a ring you’ll love for years to come. me.

The Borsheims Classic Collection. These reasonably ably priced and readily available engagement rings feature center stones in a variety of carat weights. Perfect for making ng the purchase and popping the question, all in the samee day.

Visit our engagement ring experts in Regency Court or find your ring at borsheims.com.

12-month, no interest financing available.

1.800.642.GIFT | borsheims.com

.

Gown by Adrianna Papell

Dress the Party for Your Special Day.

Westroads 402/390-0381 | vonmaur.com

It’s our setting that first captures your attention, But it is our service that defines your perfect day.

Each couple is unique; each experience will be yours, exclusively.

712.526.2426 | www.thefountainsballroom.com | staff@memrical.com | 51496 230th Street, Glenwood, IA

Fountains West Escape... to the city

402.496.3000 | www.thefountainsballroom.com | staff@memrical.com | 120th & Maple,Omaha, NE

Whether you’re dreaming of a candlelit ceremony under the stars or a Gatsby inspired gala, Memrical Design Studio will fulfill all your event desires.

Come see our exclusive rental inventory www.memrical.com | 402.884.1177 | staff@memrical.com | 2821 S. 108th St. Suite A, Omaha, NE

Contents Fall & Winter / 2013

38

R e a l W e dd i n g

Find this icon and check out bonus photos and details on our blog.WeLoveWeddings.omaha.com Willow Noavi Photography

6

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Trends & Ideas

Advice

12 Colors 46 Cake Details 58 Bouquets + Blooms 60 Gowns + Accessories

78 Smart Spending 79 Gratuities 86 Photography

Real Weddings

12 Pick Your Colors 52 Create a Theme

23 Lauren + Justin 26 Nicole + Ian 30 Lindsay + Tim 32 Nancy + RoDerick 38 Felicia + Tyler 42 Courtney + John

Essentials 44 W.E. Love 76 Tackle Your To-Dos 80 Gift Guide 88 Inspiration Index 90 Venues

How-To

ON THE COVER

64

g a t sby l o v e a ff a i r

photography Tin Box Weddings Bridal gown Rhylan Lang bouquet Loess Hills Floral Studio jewelry Mark Edward Private Jewellers car 1929 Marquette, owned by Robert Snelling

The Art of Perfection

we Omaha World-Herald

. .

magazine

wedding essentials

Volume 11 Issue 2 FALL & Winter 2013 Editor Chris Christen 402-444-1094 Chris.Christen@owh.com Designer Heidi Hoffman 402-444-1351 hhoffman@owh.com Copy Editor Amy LaMar Imaging & Production Coordinator Patricia “Murphy” Benoit Photo by: Lane Weddings

Production Manager Wayne Harty Contributors Cora Rasp, Molly Lorincz, Heather Winkel, Meghann Schense, Mark Allen Maser, James Laurent, CTW Features

7220 220 F STREET OMAHA, NE 68127 402-331-7575 1-7575 ANTHONYSSTEAKHOUSE.CO COM CATERING@ANTHONYSSTEAKHOUSE.COM

Photography, Real Weddings Lane Weddings Janine McClintock Studios Hooton Images Lindsey George Photography Willow Noavi Photography Photography, General Features Megan Connell The Fountains Photography Krista Leigh Hurst Photography iwen exposures Kurt A. Keeler Lane Weddings Lindsey George Photography Molly Lorincz MAK Images Photography Marco Rossetti Tin Box Weddings Custom Publishing Manager Carrie Kentch 402-444-1448 Carrie.Kentch@owh.com Events Manager Tam Webb 402-444-3125 Tam.Webb@owh.com Advertising Associate Kristine Buhman 402-444-1442 Kristine.Buhman@owh.com Advertising Associate Marcia Ostransky 402-444-1489 Marcia.Ostransky@owh.com 1314 Douglas St., Suite 600 Omaha, NE 68102 PHONE 402-444-1094 FAX 402-444-1311

Life is about moments. Let us capture p yours. y 402-657-1153 4 02-657-1153 • www.lindseygeorgephotographyomaha.com

8

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Wedding Essentials Magazine is a publication of the Omaha World-Herald. ©2013, Omaha WorldHerald Co. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the specific written permission of the publisher. The opinions expressed by those interviewed are their own. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information, no responsibility can be accepted by the publisher for content, opinions or practices, or how the information herein is used. All materials submitted, including but not limited to images, logos and text that appear, are assumed to be the original work of the provider, and the publisher is not responsible for unintentional copyright infringement.

w.e. b lo g

B Y oi n

t a r i sp u ra i ly

yo d

n i V wedding by

e ss e n t i a l s

Get insider tips from the area's leading bridal vendors. Keep up with the latest trends. Go behind the scenes of styled shoots. See exclusive Real Wedding features.

All from the Wedding Essentials Team.

Hooton Images

weloveweddings.omaha.com   weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

9

from the editor

R

eal Weddings are, perhaps, the most popular feature of our bridal maga-

zine. Everyone loves a good story. Plus, there’s the fun of seeing what other brides have done, and how that compares or

contrasts with what you’re envisioning for your own wedding.

We’ve dedicated nearly 20 pages to the real-life nuptials of six couples, each having a wonderfully unique story. When pouring through the photo submissions that we made our choices from, we were enthralled by the wide range of styles and personalities that each couple brought to their celebrations.

Lauren pulled out all the stops for a wedding filled with pageantry and glitz (page 22), while Felicia’s theme took flight from her love of hot air balloons (page 38). My favorite, though, was the smallest affair ­– only 11 guests – in a quaint setting in southwest Iowa (page 32).

For our own styled shoot (page 64), we were inspired by the popularity of “Downton Abbey” and the most recent remake of “The Great Gatsby.” This may have been our most ambitious photo session to date. At one point, we had 18 people on location with us in the Old Market! We collaborated with several talented vendors – much like you would when planning your own themed day.

We’re always posting and pinning amazing events, on-trend tips and insider info to inspire you even further. Get your daily dose of everything bridal on our blog, too. We’re all about those personal touches that make a wedding genuinely memorable.

See more of our favorites at our Wedding Essentials Idea Show on October 20 (details, page 20). We bill it as “A Bridal Show Like No Other,” and we mean it.

We. Love. Weddings.

Wishing you a joyous celebration!

Chris Christen Editor

Puttin' on the ritz at our gatsbythemed shoot, Page 64.

Tin Box Weddings

10

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Simple Convenient Stress Free Nebraska Furniture Mart

WEDDING GIFT REGISTRY Simple registration online, or see a cashier in the store.

Your Special Day will be here before you know it.

With Nebraska Furniture Mart’s Wedding Gift Registry, your friends and family have access to one of the most extensive inventories of most-wanted and most needed items for new couples and their new homes.

Guests can shop online or in our stores.

Your Gift Registry sign-up is as simple as can be, too — either online or in our store. And when you sign up, you’ll be greeted with ideas from our huge inventories of everything for your home and your new lifestyle.

Browse our catalogue of ideas, select what you most want and need, and then set it all in motion. We, and your grateful guests will take it from there.

Congratulations.

Legendary selection and lowest prices.

Easy returns and exchanges.

Convenient Shopping Hours: Monday – Saturday: 10am to 9pm Sunday: 10am to 6pm

700 South 72nd St. Omaha, NE 402-255-6327

nfm.com ©2013 Nebraska Furniture Mart, Inc.

fb.com/nfmfans

@nfmtweets

pinterest.com/nfmpinsit

GETTING STARTED

your perfect palette

Compiled

by Heather Winkel

A TUTORIAL

Choosing Your Wedding

Selecting your wedding colors can be a dilemma.

Here are five easy steps to finding your inspiration, assembling samples and editing your choices to arrive at the perfect color scheme.

Exclusive Kacia + Gines' Real Wedding

12

PHOTOS (Clockwise from Top Left): Krista Leigh Hurst Photography, Lindsey George Photography, Janine McClintock Studios, Lindsey George Photography, Chris Christen

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

GETTING STARTED

your perfect palette

1 Begin with what you love.

• What colors are you drawn to most?

• What colors do have in your home and your wardrobe?

Find your inspiration in places other than Pinterest.

• Go to a garden center and look for color combinations in nature.

• Browse the produce department at the supermarket or walk through a farmers market. What colors do you love in fruits and vegetables?

• Visit a museum or gallery and note uses of color in paintings and other art.

• Study family photos and keepsakes for colors that relate to your personal story.

3 Edit your choices.

• What colors are best suited to the style of wedding that you want?

• What colors coordinate best with your venue’s décor? The setting may well have the greatest influence on your final choices. If you have your heart set on certain colors, find a location that’s more neutrally decorated to avoid clashing with carpeting, drapes and in-house decorations.

• If your ceremony and reception venues are different, consider two different color schemes.

• If you can’t decorate the church, carry your color theme into your clothing and flowers. Eliminate any shades that are not flattering to all of your attendants.

• Exact color matches are overwhelming. Opt for shade variations of the original colors. Rely on small touches for getting across the wedding color scheme rather than bold displays of it. Font and/or paper colors on invitations and other printed pieces and ribbons are easy ways to use your wedding colors subtly yet beautifully.

14

janine mcclintock studios

2

LINDSEY GEORGE PHOTOGRAPHY

dfs.co.uk

• What colors complement the blooms and foliage that are naturally in season for your wedding? What combinations feel right for the time of year? Pastels can appear too cold in winter and may be best for warm-weather seasons; red and green are associated with the holiday season and would look odd in July.

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Build a color scrapbook.

4

• Snap photos of things you love.

• Collect items with colors you’re crazy about: magazine pages, restaurant cards, candy wrappers, movie tickets, flyers, scrapbooking paper.

• Assemble all of these samples into a small scrapbook. Create a visual story – a feel for how you want your day to look.

This will help your vendors as much as it helps you.

  � � � � �

 Â?­ Â? € Â?  Â? Â? € Â?  ‚ € Â?  € Â?  €  Â? Â

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

15

GETTING STARTED

your perfect palette

Know Your Hues Red • All reds go together • Perfect pair to pastels, florals • Passionate, daring, intimate and comforting

Pink • All pinks go together • Fun, lively, feminine

Orange • Warming, but should be used in moderation • Cozy in winter; modern and lively in summer

Brown • Pairs well with orange • Complements grays, turquoise

Yellow • Pairs well with greens and oranges • Complements blues, other yellows • Classic, upbeat, fresh, welcoming, sunny

Green • Neutral, balancing color • Goes with almost any other color, even other greens • Tranquil, restful

Blue • All blues go together • Complements any shade of green or blue • Clear, calm, meditative, spiritual

Carry out the scheme.

Iwen Exposures

5

• Use your colors throughout your wedding for continuity.

Start with your invitations.

They're your guests' first clue to the style of your wedding.

• Rely on small touches of the unexpected (think shoes) to get your colors across.

• Don't forget the men. Vests and ties are easy places to extend your palette.

JANINE McCLINTOCK STUDIOS

LINDSEY GEORGE PHOTOGRAPHY

krista leigh hurst photography

iwen Exposures

Violet • Most shades go well with each other, but can be overpowering • Complements greens • Pairs well with cool blues, red violets and soft pinks • Stimulating and sexy

Gray • Pairs well with other neutrals • Classic and formal

16

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Beautiful Beginnings BEGIN WITH DILLARD’S BRIDAL REGISTRY: Over 280 Stores in 29 States The Best Selection of Your Favorite Brand Names Easy Internet Accessibility on Facebook or at www.dillards.com FREE Wedding and Home Planner as Your Gift When You Register COMPLETE YOUR NEW HOME PROGRAM Save 20% on Most Regular Price Items Remaining on Your Registry After the Wedding

i thee wed

®

(WHAT TO DO BEFORE & AFTER “I DO”)

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

17

IWEN EXPOSURES

COLOR PLAY

LEMON ZEST

Bring a ray of sunshine to your wedding with a pop of yellow. Used alone, lemon yellow is classic and elegant. Pair it with blue, red or lime green, however, and watch the party unfold (smiley face).

Here are five zesty, attention-getting twists on quite possibly the happiest hue on earth.

IN THE BOUQUET:

Daffodils, Gerbera daisies, lillies, roses,   sunflowers, tulips, snapdragons

KURT A. KEELER

 � � � � � �  ­ � € ‚ ƒ „  … † � �  � „ � † � € �  „ � ­ † � € �  „ � ƒ ƒ   � � € € „ ‡ ‡ „ �ƒ „  ˆ „ � ‰ ‚ ƒ „ … ‚ � „  �  Š ‡  ‰

18 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

IWEN EXPOSURES

janine mcclintock studios janine mcclintock studios

Honey + raspberry + chocolate Delectable, sweet and richly indulgent. Spike the trio with a shot of neon pink, and the vibe turns intense and sensuous.

iwen exposures

Corn-on-the-cob + Fern Green Luxuriously upbeat. Orchid mauves lend a pretty, tropical vibe.

Commit to Each Other.

Not One Flavor of Cake.

Let Gigi’s Cupcakes create a one-of-a-kind gourmet cupcake arrangement that will truly capture the beauty of your day. Whether it’s a bridal shower, a rehearsal dinner or the big day itself, we offer a large variety of boutique cupcakes from which to choose.

We can create the perfect compliment to your special event. It’s no wonder more and more brides are now saying “I do” to Gigi’s Cupcakes.

GIGI’S WEST OMAHA 168th & Dodge Village Pointe South 16811 Burke Street, Suite 115 Omaha, NE 68118 (402) 991-9010 Mon-Sat: 10am-7pm; Sun: Closed

Sunshine yellow + Navy Perfect partners. Introduce vanilla ice cream and china blue, and the combo takes your breath away.

Swap the blue for turquoise or bluebell, and the palette turns delightfully modern. Want something more romantic? Creamy buttercup and a mid-tone blue evoke a wonderfully French feeling.

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

19

* Nope, these are not stock photos. They’re actual photos from our shows!

Multiple Runway Shows Cake and Hors d’Oeuvre Tastings Spectacular Idea Displays Beautiful Tablescapes Exclusive Discounts

wedding essentials

Idea Show

A Bridal Show Like No Other

Sunday, October 20, 2013 10am - 3pm at the Mid-America Center

weddingessentialsmagazine.com An Omaha World-Herald Event

A b r i da l s h o w l i k e n o o t h e r Meet the Omaha area's leading wedding experts and see beautiful photography, flowers, cakes, linens, hors d’oeuvres, invitations, hair and makeup styling and more!

A View in Fontenelle Hills A View West Alotta Brownies Anthony’s Steakhouse Arbonne International, Stephen Smith, Ind. Cons. D.M. Bed Bath & Beyond Bell Photography Bella Terre Bircher & Bircher Music Celebrity China & Cookware CenturyLink Center Omaha Chellsey Lynn Photography Christopher Tierney Photography Complete Cornhusker Beverage and Bridal David M. Mangelsen’s David’s Bridal Dillard’s DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Downtown Ellynne Bridal Enchanted Honeymoons Exclusive Tuxedos and Dresses Gentleman’s Choice Gigi’s Cupcakes Hilton Omaha Honeyman Rent-All Hy-Vee Image Society It Works! iwen exposures JF+M Lauritzen Gardens Lindsey George Photography Méldeen Memories Bi-Design

Memrical Men’s Wearhouse Michael “Gooch” Gurciullo Mid-America Center My Blue Whimsy Nothing Bundt Cakes Omaha Lace Cleaners Omaha World-Herald Celebrations Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium Ready or Knot {Wedding Chic} Regency Lodge Hotel Residence Inn by Marriott Omaha Downtown Rodan and Fields Dermatologists Salon Evar Scott Conference Center Scoular Ballroom Shondy Studios Simply Elegant Cakes Sublime Bridal T. Sterba Photography The Fountains Ballroom The Fountains West The Omaha Photo Booth Company The Players Club at Deer Creek Tiburon Golf Club Tip Top Tux TK Imaging United Rent-All Upstream Catering Urbane Salon & Day Spa Village Stationery and Wedding Younkers

Sunday, October 20, 2013 10am - 3pm at the Mid-America Center

wedding essentials

Idea Show 10.20.13

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

22

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

g

Real Weddings

Lauren & Justin k

k

06.15.13 St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church; Embassy Suites Omaha-La Vista

SMALL TOWN, BIG HEART The bride and groom are both from small towns (Lauren is from Osceola, Neb., and Justin is from Ulysses, Neb.), which meant all the more guests with 730 people attending. “Community, family and friends have always been important to us. We knew we wanted to have a big wedding surrounded by everyone who has been a part of our life and has watched us grow up through the years.”

A "BLAZING" PROPOSAL Justin proposed on a family vacation in the Dominican Republic. The couple enjoyed a candle-lit dinner on the beach while a mariachi band played. After dinner, three fire dancers performed, one of whom had Lauren’s ring. “It truly was breathtaking.

It was like a scene from ‘The Bachelor.’” BLING, ANYONE? Martini glasses were covered in gold crystal sugar for the cocktail hour, and “bling” flip-flops were provided for the dance floor, which was transformed into a club scene. UNFORGETTABLE The head table was raised on a stage, and it was decorated with several gold and crystal candelabra. The candelabra were connected with strands of crystals. Standing near the table was a 5-foot-tall wedding cake, which took four weeks to make. “It was royal and grand with ruffles, flowers and glitter. The Cake Gallery said it was the biggest and most beautiful cake that they had ever made.” weddingessentialsmagazine.com

23

The rosettes in the skirt of the bridal gown provided inspiration for the cake design and accents for chair backs at the head table.

LOVE

essentials

Bride & Groom Lauren Tonniges and Justin Makovicka Photographer Lane Weddings Rings 14 Karat DRESS Bridal Extraordinaire, Kansas City Bridesmaids Von Maur Flowers Barb Coffin Designs Cake The Cake Gallery; Nothing Bundt Cakes Caterer Embassy Suites Omaha-La Vista Rentals Memrical; United Rent-All Wedding Planner Shaun Sypal transportation Luxury Limousine Videographer The Wedding Storytellers, West Point, Neb. Invitations inkblot paper designs Honeymoon Bora Bora

24 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

The couple's monogram was used throughout the wedding on the menu cards, ice sculpture, programs, cake topper,

k

napkins and dance floor.

k

The bride changed into her 2008

Miss Nebraska USA pageant dress, which she promised her mom that she would wear again.

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

25

g

Real Weddings

Nicole & Ian k

k

03.02.13 First Central Congregational United Church of Christ; Livestock Exchange Building A “PAINFUL’’ PROPOSAL "At first I thought something was wrong with him – like he had tripped or hurt himself (when the groom got down on one knee). But then I figured out what was going on.” IT’S IN WRITING The groom wrote a long letter to the bride, and asked the photographer to deliver it to Nicole while she was getting ready for the wedding. “I carry it in my planner. It’s nice to pull it out and read it every once in a while.” TRIED-AND-TRUE ADVICE “There are plenty of things to ‘whack out’ about, however, none of them are worth ‘whacking out’ about in the end. It’s the fastest, blurriest, most exciting day of your life (or at least one of them). Try to take it all in.” PIECES OF FAMILY HISTORY For the reception, the bride traded her veil for a faux fur stole that her aunt made for her and a hairpiece made from her mom’s and both of her grandmothers’ wedding dresses. GROOM’S ONE REQUEST “He just wanted me to show up!”

26

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

27

LOVE

essentials

Bride & Groom Nicole Caputo and Ian Rennels Photographer Hooton Images Rings Borsheims DRESS Sublime Bridal Music UNIQUEPros Bridesmaids Sublime Bridal Flowers Mulhall's Cake Hy-Vee Caterer Brandeis Catering Wedding PlannerS The bride and her mom Honeymoon Cabo San Lucas

28

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

E X P E R I E N C E A N E W WA Y T O G E T YO U R

Big Day

SHOPS OF LEGACY | 168TH & CENTER IN OMAHA | SUBLIMEBRIDAL.COM Sublime Bridal features amazing gowns and an unmatched team of friendly wedding designers whose valuable expertise and personal touch makes it an experience to remember.

Call 402.330.5500 today to schedule an appointment.

g

Real Weddings

Lindsay & Tim

k

k

05.18.13 Broadway United Methodist Church, Council Bluffs; St. Patrick’s Catholic Church hall, Neola, Iowa STEP RIGHT UP “I still can’t believe that we rode a Ferris wheel and fed each other funnel cake. I never in my life thought I would go to a carnival on my wedding day, but I did! Yep, we paid $8 to ride the Ferris wheel, but we did get to cut in line a little. I will never forget this!”

GRADE “A” FUN The bride and groom are both teachers, so they decided to decorate the church and reception hall with chalkboard signs.

IF IT WASN’T FOR CAR TROUBLE … The couple met through the bride’s cousin, who attended Wayne State College with Tim. A chance meeting took place when Tim helped fix the brakes on Lindsay’s car. THEY JUST COULDN’T HELP THEMSELVES Lindsay’s parents spied on the couple from the back door of their home when Tim proposed in their backyard. Tim had decorated the yard with white lights and vases of Lindsay’s favorite flowers. “It felt like a fairy tale.” VERY SPECIAL GUEST “My grandpa was diagnosed with lung cancer about a year ago.

His goal was to make it to my wedding, so he battled chemo for several months. He danced all night! I felt so blessed that all of our prayers had been answered.”

30

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

LOVE

Essentials Bride & Groom Lindsay Kay and Tim Gatewood Photographer Janine McClintock Studios Caterer Kitchen Sisters, Neola DRESS Nebraska Bridal Outlet, Wahoo Bridesmaids Dillard's Flowers Bloom Works Floral, Council Bluffs CUPCAKES Alotta Brownies, Fremont Music Complete Rentals Gibbs Party Rental, Council Bluffs Honeymoon Riviera Maya, Mexico

31

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

g

Real Weddings

Nancy & RoDerick k

k

04.27.13 The Danish Immigrant Museum, Elk Horn, Iowa; Home of the bride’s parents, Harlan, Iowa

32

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

MARK EDWARD private jeweller

A N E X T R A O R D I N A RY E X P E R I E N C E 10525 PACIFIC STREET | OMAHA, NE | 402.558.8058 | WWW.MARKEDWARD.ME

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Something old. Something new. Something bold and something you.

Plan an inspired wedding at the Orpheum Theater or Holland Performing Arts Center.

You’ll get an expert team of coordinators who make it all easy – plus a superb menu by exclusive caterer, Guckenheimer, and an impressive locale close to the airport and hotels. Celebrate your day your way, on any budget.

402.345.0202

OmahaPerformingArts.org weddingessentialsmagazine.com

33

AN "ANYTHING GOES" COLOR SCHEME “Whatever worked – although everyone opted for neutral and classic shades.” IN THE CLOUDS The couple met on a plane. The bride was flying from New York to Omaha to spend Christmas with her family. The groom was heading to the Midwest to be with his mom, who had suffered a heart attack. “Our flight lasted three hours, but it felt like 15 minutes. We were convinced that this was not our first time ever meeting. We bonded over some of life’s biggest questions, and felt unbelievably open in those moments.”

SWEETEST MOMENTS “They really were all sweet. I can’t single one out.” CURRENT HOME New York City’s Riverdale neighborhood.

NOSTALGIC THEME “We had a vintage theme for our day. We love thinking about the stories that go along with these special items from yesteryear.” NUMBER OF GUESTS 11. “The reception was more like a very small get-together, where we noshed on cake, ate cucumber sandwiches, opened gifts and enjoyed the company of one another.” WORDS OF WISDOM “Really soak up the day. Enjoy your surroundings: Breathe in the air, see how the trees are blowing, look into the eyes of your family members … You will want to capture this day as a real snapshot in time.”

34

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

WHAT HE GAVE HER “Love and happiness.”

WHAT SHE GAVE HIM “Laughter and tranquility.”

LOVE

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

35

Essentials

Bride & Groom Nancy Norgaard and RoDerick Gilbert Photographer Hooton Images Rings Custom-designed by Igor Carlos at Diamond Source, New York DRESS Mill Crest Vintage, Lambertiville, New Jersey Maid of honor Personal selection Flowers Dutch Flower Line, New York Cake The Danish Inn, Elk Horn Caterer Bride's sister

Bridal Boutique

4 0 2. 7 2 7. 0 9 3 3

mybluewhimsy.com Couture bridal selections | Luxurious lingerie | Vintage rental items | Much more 36 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

37

g

Real Weddings

Exclusive Engagement photos & more wedding photos

Felicia & Tyler k

k

04.06.13 Wilderness Ridge, Lincoln

TRUE L.O.V.E. For the proposal, Tyler spelled out “Will you marry me?” with cupcakes. He also gave Felicia wine, flowers and a kitten!

LIGHTING THE SKY Guests watched from the deck as fireworks lit up the sky over the golf course’s driving range after dinner. UP, UP AND AWAY The hot air balloon theme came from the couple’s love of the Nebraska Balloon & Wine Festival. D.I.Y. FRENZY The bride made jewelry for her bridesmaids out of vintage hot air balloon charms and flowers. She made a hot air balloon-shaped piñata for their engagement pictures. And she made hot air balloon boutonnieres, among other items. “We wanted to make our wedding day fun and unique.” NOT A DRY EYE IN THE ROOM “I recorded myself singing ‘Mama’s Song’ by Carrie Underwood, but I changed the words to fit the father/daughter dance. Everyone was tearing up, but my dad is hard-of-hearing so he couldn’t hear all the words. It was probably better that he couldn’t, because he would have been crying like everyone else.” NEW TRADITION The couple placed a wine bottle and letters to each other written the night before the wedding in a ‘vow box’ and sealed it. Every year on their anniversary, they will read the letters and drink the wine, and then they will repeat the tradition on their next anniversary. “We will keep all the letters in the vow box so we have written memories of our relationship as the years go by.”

38

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

LOVE weddingessentialsmagazine.com

39

Essentials

Bride & Groom Felicia Thomsen and Tyler Lilly Photographer Willow Noavi Photography, Birdcage Release Collaborative, Lincoln Rings Greenberg's Jewelers DRESS Ellynne Bridal, Lincoln Bridesmaids Ellynne Bridal, Lincoln Florist Flowers for Special Occasions Cake Lincoln Cake Lady, Lincoln Caterer Wilderness Ridge, Lincoln; candy bar by Nostalgia Rentals, Lincoln Videographer Astro Pictures Music Mahr String Quartet; Complete Music; Jami Watkins and Ryan Shields Rentals Grand Illusions, Beatrice; Nostalgia Rentals, Lincoln Wedding Planner The bride Honeymoon Sandals Royal Caribbean

40 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

1420 Cuming Street | Omaha, Nebraska 68102 402.341.0124 | holidayinn.com/omahadowntown banquet@omahaholidayinn.com

2500 Tamarin Ridge Road | Lincoln, Nebraska 68512 402.421.1893 | banquet@lincolnholidayinn.com

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

41

g

Real Weddings

LOVE

Courtney & John

k

k

12.22.12 Covenant Presbyterian Church; Scottish Rite Masonic Center

WHITE WEDDING The bride’s wish for a “warm winter feeling” on her wedding day came true in more ways than one. A storm left the perfect amount of snow on the ground, but still allowed all 280 of the couple’s very special guests to arrive safely. YOUNG ROMANCE The couple met in middle school, but didn’t officially date until they were seniors in high school.

"UNDER"-USUAL PROPOSAL Courtney accidentally found her engagement ring in John’s underwear drawer of all places. She was putting laundry away when she came across the little black box. “He tried to reach for it and we both caught eyes. Then he got down on one knee. He had wanted to propose in our new home (the couple had recently purchased a home together), so it worked out as planned.” CALM AS A CUCUMBER “I know brides are usually nervous, but I felt really calm when I went down the aisle and saw him.” MEANINGFUL GIFTS John had a jewelry box made and engraved for Courtney, which he filled with photos, and Courtney’s mom gave her her grandmother’s aquamarine ring.

42

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Essentials

Bride & Groom Courtney Harman and John Hundtoft Photographer Lindsey George Photography Rings Mark Edward Private Jeweller Dress The Bridal Collection, Denver, Colorado Bridesmaids Bridal Traditions Florist Blooms Cake Hy-Vee Caterer Catering Creations Music Nova String Quartet; reception: DJ Solutions Rentals Bridal Traditions; Chair Cover Elegance Wedding Planner Bride's mom Honeymoon Cayman Islands

43

 weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

Ideas LOVE

Janine McClintock Studios

YUMMY Flavor made with love

Chris Christen

An Unforget†able Event wedding keepsake ROCKS WITH GOOD WISHES

Rootin' tootin' fun TRAIN WHISTLE Favors

12101 1 12 210 101 D Deer eer eer rC Creek reek re ek kD Drive rive ri ve ve 402.963.9950 4 02.

29 96 63.

3 99 950 0 www. w www ww w.p playersclubomaha pl lay aye er rsc clu lubo uboma bo om ma aha ha.co .com .c c m com co

Call C Ca all ll today toodday ay ffor orr ccurrent u reent ur nt sspecials. pecial pe cial ci als. als s.

44

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Flowers: Bloom Works Floral Jars: Full Moon & Buck Naked

Preferred Caterer at Omaha’s Finest Venues

Heidi Hoffman

Wedding Wire Rated

EASY VASES

“The Best of Weddings” 2011, 2012 & 2013, The Knot

AT T I T U D E O N F O O D

WEDDINGS

Catering with Chef Nathan Newhouse

FUNDRAISERS REHEARSAL DINNERS

Painted Mason Jars

CORPORATE DINNERS HOLIDAY PARTIES SOCIAL EVENTS

CLEVER Display

402-341-3663

BUBBLE FAVORS

WWW.ATTITUDEONFOOD.COM

Lindsey George Photography

THE Fountains PHOTOGRAPHY

2012 Winner Circle

Omaha’s Most Innovative Full Service Caterer

follow us on facebook

Specialty Cakes and Desserts

317 Main Street Fremont, NE 402-721-9400 www.alottabrownies.com

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

45

trends CAKE

Compiled by Molly Lorincz

46 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

trends

cakes

Sweet Little Accents

k

k

What's In

e Lacy icing and other fancy flourishes e Twigs, burlap, other rustic accents e Meringue blossoms e Fondant monograms

“ Dear Becky,

Thank you isn’t enough for all you did to make our wedding R” a success. Everything was perfect, You are seriously a “ROCKSTAR when it comes to planning, you never missed a beat!

We will never forget our special night. Tiburon provided a beautiful venue!

e Gluten-free and low-sugar recipes

Thank you again, we could not be happier!”

e Hand-painted fondant

Brooke & Will

e Creamy glazed icing e Edible gold leaf garnish

(June 2013)

• Great White Ballroom Seats Up To 400 Guests • “NEW” Outdoor Bridal Chapel For 300 Guests

• Breathtaking Golf Course Views • Rehearsal Dinner And Reception

Easy Access off I-80 at Hwy 370 and 168th h St Oma O Omaha aha ah 402-896-1323 • www.tiburongolf.com

e Edible “pearls” e Billows of cream cheese frosting e “Boozy” flavors like margarita, mint julep and whiskey sour

e Three-tiered designs (cupcakes in

three different sizes, stacked on top of each other)

®

What's out e Multitiered displays

e Smooth buttercream frosting e Swiss dots

D.I.Y. DISPLAY Dress up a dessert table with a unique floral display using a metal cupcake stand. Put glass votive cups in the stand's wire rings and fill cups with fresh blooms. For a full, showy display, use Gerbera daisies, small peonies or garden roses. For a whispy presentation, try dainty wildflowers or tea roses. We've also seen this done with live succulents. So pretty! weddingessentialsmagazine.com

47

trends

cakes

Grand the

Finale

k

k

Put an exclamation point on your wedding celebration with a sugary confection that’s as memorable as the day itself.

5-6 months before: Schedule your tastings.

Photo: Multi-Images

non-members welcome!

First Central Congregational UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

4-5 months before:

Order cakes and determine how they will be displayed.

421 So South 36th St. www.fi www firstcentral.org 402.345.1533

3 months before:

Make final payment and confirm delivery details with your baker.

1-2 weeks before:

A Symphony of Finely Tuned Details.

Verify that your venue has all delivery information and that there is a refrigerator designated for your cake, and/or the venue is air-conditioned if your wedding is in the summer.

402.570.1638

Sheri Kearney – Event Coordinator/Decorator sheri@orchestratedevents.biz www.orchestratedevents.biz

48

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Chris Christen

Orch estrated Events Wedding – Event Decorating – Planning Wedding

MOLLY LORINCZ

   � ­ € ‚ ƒ „ …† ‡ � ˆƒˆ

MOLLY LORINCZ

 � �� �

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

49

trends

Lindsey George Photography

Experience matters on your wedding day.

402.965.1060 4 402.

40 0 2.

2 96 9 5.1060 60 0

info@itietheknots.com info@iti in tiet ethe he h e kn k ott s. s co c m • www. www.itietheknots.com w.it itie ie e theknots.c c om om

Janine McClintock Studios

omplime a r y consultati ations ed ddd ing plan ing ng . Be sure to ask abo about l ove letter ne box cere Comp Complimentary limenta nttta consultations ons and wed wedd wedding pplanning. ning ning. ut our o urr love er and a nd w wine ine cer ceremony! mo ! mony

50 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

cakes

lane weddings

YOUR EVENT

5339 S. 139th P Plaza l •O Omaha, h NE 68137 • 402402-250-3139

ballroom com • www millardplazaba Dee@millardplazaballroom.com www.millardplazaballroom.com

Wedding Styles with a splash of color.

Bring us your color, from any dress, from any manufacturer and let our specialists help match your colors.

That’s the Gentleman’s Choice difference.

$50 OFF EACH TUXEDO lANE wEDDINGS

IN YOUR WEDDING PARTY INCLUDING

FORMAL WEAR

FREE GROOM’S RENTAL!

Minimum group order necessary. See store for details.

8014 Dodge St • 402.391.3200 | 14158 West Center Rd • 402.330.6158 www.omahatuxedos.com | www.savviformalwear.com A proud member of SAVVI with locations coast-to-coast F O R M A LW E A R

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

51

RECEPTION set the scene

theme

creating yo u r

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MOLLY LORiNCZ

52

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

A wedding theme can revolve around much more than just color.

Follow these steps to make every detail work together.

k

k

{ 1 } Short and sweet Hold your theme to one word or one short phrase. Make sure every decision reflects that word. { 2 } Research recipes You will find food and drink recipes for every era and style.

“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.�

{ 3 } think about scale Mix largescale items with small-scale items for visual impact. Create interesting layers by stacking objects. Stacking also ensures that small items don't get overlooked. { 4 } Guest interaction Pay special attention to place settings, glassware and other objects that guests will handle throughout your event.

402.926.9469 • www.ChellseyLynnPhotography.com

{ 5 } Think outside of the box Look for clever ways to use ordinary items.

Tree stumps, crates, barrels and upcycled furniture can all add visual interest indoors or outdoors. { 6 } Personalize It's not just a pretty wedding, it is your wedding. Showcase what is important to you through your dĂŠcor.

k k

— ˜

™š

› —œ ž ž ž ž

Â&#x; ÂĄ ¢ š ˜

ÂŁ ˜ ¤ š ˜ ÂĽ ¤ š˜ š — ÂŚÂ˜ ÂĽ —

To learn email: Michelle Bourque more, call or

402-516-1246

â—?

mbourque@sheratonomaha.com

 �� �� ­€ ‚ƒ„ƒ…  € �� �€ � † €‡… ƒˆ ‰� €Šƒƒ� ‹ƒ� ‚… Œ Ž …ƒ€�… ‘ƒ€‚�Š­� ’ “�”•’ ƒ€ ­�…  ˆ–‚­ � …•

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

53

Love

RECEPTION

set the scene

Tuscany AU T U MN IN

GET THE LOOK

k

Your caterer may be able to provide some of these elements.

k

 �

54 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Burlap by the bolt Wooden crates and boxes Empty wine bottles Ivy and other live greenery for accents Tomatoes on the vine Asparagus stalks wrapped in twine Small vases filled with sprigs of fresh herbs Bowls and platters in various sizes and shapes Exclusive Find more photos

Text and Photos by Molly Lorincz

W

e know that table centerpieces can be a major dilemma. If flowers seem too predictable, make food the center of every table. Here, specialty cheeses, artisan breads and cured meats are the stars in antipasti displays. You’ll create the feeling of being in Tuscany, where lively conversation always seems to accompany good food and drink.

Never forget the day you say “I DO!”

Whether you are planning an indoor place for a memorable wedding and 4 different facilities including the brand new BUENAVISTA LODGE.

11001 S. 48th St. LOVE

402-331-5500 402-331 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

55

RECEPTION

set the scene

k

k

Iwen exposures

Use a sophisticated palette Create a wintry vibe with cherry red, pink, gray and white. Or stick with timeless black, white, crimson, forest green, cream and gold, or icy-blue hues and neutral tones.

56 

Add the trimmings Mix mercury glass, gold and silver with cool platinum up-lighting and ivory linens. For centerpieces, weave evergreen garlands and wreaths amid a sea of candles. For color, add crimson berry boughs.

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

HOOTON IMAGES LINDSEY GEORGE PHOTOGRAPHY

MOLLY LORINCZ

LANE WEDDINGS

A winter wedding in Nebraska gives you a chance to amp up the cozy ambiance (and maybe score off-season discounts from your vendors). Follow these tips for playing up the positives of the season.

Brace for snafus Snowed-in airports, icy roads and even rainstorms can lead to late or absent guests. Keep an open mind, and have a Plan B. To help minimize delays, hold your event at a venue where guests are also staying, or provide transportation.

Raise their spirits Create an automatic atmosphere and good cheer with an apple cider station (adult and kid options), trays of hot toddies and mulled wine or a spiced and spiked coffee or hot cocoa signature drink.

Source: CTW Features

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

57

FLOWERS

bouquets

little considerations for your

k

k

It’s helpful for florists to see photos of bouquets you like. If your dreams are more lofty than your budget, your florist will be able to suggest substitutions for a similar look. Here are a few considerations and tricks of the trade.

*

*

If you have several bridesmaids,

Herbs, lilies and scented

your centerpieces are not within

flowers that are in season. For

large bouquets can overpower

garden roses are lovely for

your budget, you can still incor-

an autumn wedding, consider

photographs. Small but interest-

atmosphere but they tend to

multi-petaled dahlias, feathery

ing bouquets can have a big

have a heavy fragrance. In an

astilbe and velvety celosia with

impact. Try a clutch of cym-

outdoor wedding that might not

be well-spent because bouquets

berried ivy. For a summer wed-

bidium orchids, mini calla lilies

be an issue. But indoors, your

are the most photographed flo-

ding, consider heat-tolerant

wrapped with beautiful ribbon

blooms may give guests runny

ral element in a wedding.

orchids and cymbidiums.

or a nosegay of spray roses.

noses and watery eyes.

D.I.Y. Miranda Brannon made this 80-piece brooch bouquet for her spring 2013 wedding. She collected brooches for over a year. Once completed, the bouquet weighed a whopping 5 pounds! She ended up displaying it rather than carrying it.

58

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Miranda + Teddy's Real Wedding

JANINE McCLINTOCK STUDIOS

LANE WEDDINGS

LINDSEY GEORGE PHOTOGRAPHY

porate a few stems into your bridal bouquets. The money will

MARCO ROSSETTI PHOTOGRAPHY

*

Keep costs down by picking

LINDSEY GEORGE PHOTOGRAPHY

*

If the flowers you adore for

Flowers by Season

Though you can find most floral varieties all year, seasonal blooms are readily available, less expensive and often live longer. Ask your florist for suggestions based on your colors and wedding date.

Spring Daffodil January-Early May Yellow Delphinium April-October White, Blue Hyacinth Purple, Pink or White Lilacs Violet or White Peony Late Spring/Early Summer Pink, White Tulip December-April Many Colors

Summer English Lavender Purple Forget-me-not Blue Freesia White, Yellow, Pink, Blue, Purple Gerbera Daisy Pink, Yellow, Orange, Red Hydrangea White, Blue, Purple, Pink Iris Purple, Blue, White Lily White, Pink, Yellow, Orange Snapdragons Pink, Yellow, Orange, White Sunflower Yellow

4402.660.2445 02.660.2445

JJASMINE.EVENTSINBLOOM@YAHOO.COM ASMINE.EVENTSINBLOOM@YAHOO.COM .

Fall Aster White, Pink Chrysanthemum White, Yellow, Orange, Pink Dahlia Many Colors Marigold Yellow, Orange, Red Statice Purple Zinnia Red, Orange, Pink

Winter Amaryllis Red, White Camellias White, Pink Cosmos Pink, White, Brown, Other Colors Daffodil January-Early May Yellow Forget-me-nots Blue Holly Green with Red Berries Jasmine White Poinsettia Red, White Ranunculus February-May Many Colors Tulip December-April Yellow

Available Year-Round Baby's Breath White Calla Lily White Carnations Many Colors Delphinium Blue, White, Purple Orchid Pink, White, Purple, Other Colors Rose February at a premium Many Colors

Omaha Lace Cleaners is Omaha’s Bridal Fashion Expert.

Skilled in…

Bridal & Special Occasion Gown Alterations, Cleaning, Pressing, Wedding Day Gown Transportation, Restoration and Preservation

Our design specialist can help you with all your bridal needs.

Alterations By Appointment Only

402-330-1812 or OmahaLaceCleaners.com

TM

weddings.about.com

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

59

STYLE

gowns + accessories

Thoroughly Modern

The Possibilities of an Outdoor Wedding are Endless.

Tent Event can provide you with a variety of walls, lighting, tables, chairs, heaters and much more.

emember, brides, there are no rules when it comes to your wedding style. So pick what you love and wear it with confidence.

Trending now: Gowns with a hint of pink and accessories with delicate floral motifs and loads of sparkle.

A hint of pink from Modern Trousseau for sping 2014: “Annie,” with a figure-flattering silhouette.

MODERN TROUSSEAU

Let us set you up with the perfect wedding day!

R

Clutch, $225, Sublime Bridal.

Margaret Rowe “Great Gatsby Bouquet” earrings, $170. See the collection at Von Maur.

6009 60 009 Center Street | Omaha, NE 68106

402-553-0300 www.tenteventomaha.com

60

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

J.L. Johnson Bridals rhinestone necklace, $147, Sublime Bridal.

ACCESSORIES: KURT A. KEELER

Helen’s Heart ivory satin and glitter platform pump, $198, Sublime Bridal.

Making Your Day Memorable

MAGNIFICENT CAKES | BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS | DELICIOUS CATERING

OMAHA:

51st & Center - (402) 553-2664 144th & Stony Brook - (402) 697-0811 90th & Center - (402) 384-8495 108th & Fort - (402) 493-2089 79th & Cass - (402) 384-8668 96th & “Q” - (402) 339-3047

35th & “L” - (402) 731-6107 132nd & Dodge - (402) 493-2911 180th & “Q” - (402) 896-4168 156th & Maple - (402) 493-0390 180th & Pacific - (402) 334-4444

PAPILLION:

72nd & Hwy 370 - (402) 597-5790

FREMONT:

E. 23rd Street - (402) 727-6717

COUNCIL BLUFFS:

23rd & W. Broadway - (712) 328-9792 weddingessentialsmagazine.com 61 Mall of the Bluffs - (712) 322-9260

STYLE

HONEYMAN RENT-ALL 11226 Wright Circle • 333-2882 honeymanrentall.com

© 2012 The Mullers

simply

Elegant...

naturally

Beautiful.

Receptions | Ceremonies | Photography Bridal Showers | Prenuptial Dinners

100 B ANCROFT S TREET | O MAHA , NE (402) 346.4002 | www.lauritzengardens.org MODERN TROUSSEAU

62

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

gowns

k

k

If you're a traditional bride who wants a modern twist, ombre may be just the thing. Modern Trousseau’s “Laurel,” fresh for spring 2014, is getting a lot of attention at Ready or Knot {Wedding Chic}.

“It’s nice because you can have a tinge of color without fully committing,” says boutique owner Jocelyn Robertshaw.

tammymueckephotography.com www.bareboudoirstudio.net 402.934.7983 Sonshwr@yahoo.com

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

63

STYLE

bridal party

Puttin' on the Ritz

GatsbyStyle

Photography Tin Box Weddings Art direction Heidi Hoffman and Chris Christen Wardrobe styling Cora Coppock Hair and makeup styling Eric Burden and Rebecca Forsyth for BUNGALOW/8 Hairdressing Floral design Loess Hills Floral Studio TABLE styling James Laurent car 1929 Marquette, owned by Robert Snelling

64

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Emily in Annasul Y tulle gown, $2,515; Enchanted Atelier hair ribbon, $425, both from Rhylan Lang. Platinum and diamond bracelet, 8.00cttw, $9,800; early 1900s ring, platinum center diamond 1.00ct, $5,900. Necklace, 14K white gold with 26cttw of diamonds, $29,000. All jewelry from Mark Edward Private Jeweller.

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

65

“I like large parties. They’re so intimate. At small parties there isn’t any privacy.”

"The great gatsby," F. Scott Fitzgerald

Lusan Mandongus gown, $2,433; Sara Gabriel hair clips, $260 each, from Ready or Knot {Wedding Chic} and Rhylan Lang; Hallie by Nina bracelet, $155, from Ready or Knot {Wedding Chic}; Haute Bride earrings, $193, from Rhylan Lang; Hair and makeup styling by Eric Burden and Rebecca Forsyth for BUNGALOW/8 Hairdressing

66

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Bouquet Cymbidium orchids accented with feathers, vintage bridal gown lace appliquéd to fatsia leaves, satin-wrapped stems trimmed with an antique pearl bracelet. Designed by Loess Hills Floral Studio. Suggested retail: $600.

Bracelet Platinum 8.00cttw, $9,800. RING Early1900s platinum center diamond 1.00ct, $5,900.

Jewelry from Mark Edward Private Jeweller. CENTERPIECE White hydrangea and calla lilies, from Loess Hills Floral Studio. Table styling by James Laurent.

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

67

Ariel in Amsale bridesmaid dress, $310, La Sposa lace bolero, $300, Hallie by Nina bracelet, $155, all from Ready or Knot {Wedding Chic}; headpiece, $20, David M. Mangelsen’s; vintage pearls, private collection; Badgley Mischka peep-toes, $225, Von Maur.

Larissa in Adrianna Papell gown, $250, Von Maur, Ellene McClay bolero, $95; vintage headpiece, stylist’s own; Nina bracelets, $45 and $115, Ready or Knot {Wedding Chic}; Haute Bride earrings, $193, Rhylan Lang; Nina strappy sandal, $99, Von Maur.

Hair and makeup styling by Eric Burden and Rebecca Forsyth for BUNGALOW/8 Hairdressing

68

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

“He had thrown himself into it with a creative passion, adding to it all the time, decking it out with every bright feather that drifted his way.”

CENTERPIECES White hydrangeas, calla lilies and manzanita branches with crystal chandelier accents displayed in silver ice buckets, courtesy of Mark Allen Maser & Brandeis Millard Mansion. Suggested retail (flowers only): $300. BOUQUET Peonies accented with feathers and an antique brooch; ribbon-wrapped stems overlaid with vintage lace. Suggested retail: $125.

DESSERT TABLE Cake designed by Alotta Brownies, Fremont. French macaroons from Delice European Bakery & Cafe; cupcakes from Hy-Vee. Tablecloth from AAA Rents & Event Services. Silver pieces courtesy of Brandeis Millard Mansion.

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

69

Our groom, Zac (center), in DKNY suit, $495, and DKNY button-down shirt, $65; bow tie, $45; Bostonian leather oxfords, $140, all from Von Maur. Vintage silk pocket square, private collection.

Nick in Calvin Klein pin-striped linen blazer, $119, and linen trouser, $70; Ralph Lauren button-down shirt, $80; Burberry tie, $165. Sperry loafers, $120, all from Von Maur. Vintage silk pocket square, private collection.

Matt in suit and buttondown dress shirt from Tip Top Tux; bow tie, $45, and Sperry oxfords, $100, both from Von Maur. Vintage silk pocket square, private collection.

70

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

“If personality is an unbroken series of successful gestures, then there was something gorgeous about him.”

Men's RINGS, from top: 14K white gold band with 3 round diamonds, $1,000; 14K white gold hand-hammered design, $600; 14K white gold 9-stone diamond band, ½ cttw, $1,750; 14K white gold carved band, $800, all from Mark Edward Private Jeweller.   weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

71

Ariel in ruched satin dress, $388, and Badgley Mischka peep-toes, $225, both from Von Maur; Haute Bride headband, $415, and Bagette earrings, $165, both from Rhylan Lang; vintage pearls, private collection.

72 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS: Gatsby Collins, Daisy-tini and Sazerac by mixologist Shaun Rife, Sullivan's Steakhouse.

Appetizers: Courtesy of Attitude on Food. Boutonniere: Cymbidium orchid accented with feathers, vintage lace, silver bullion wire, pearls and rhinestone link trim, Loess Hills Floral. Suggested retail: $60.

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

73

from top:

Platinum vintage Art Deco-era ring with 2 diamonds approximately 2.75cttw, price on request.

14K white gold, 5-stone emerald-cut diamond, 2.90cttw, $6,500.

14K white gold micropave halo-style ring with 2.00ct radiant-cut center diamond, $13,950.

14K white gold 3-stone ring, 1.40ct center diamond, $8,950.

14K white gold, princess-cut solitaire diamond, 1.02 ct, $3,900. All from Mark Edward Private Jeweller.

74 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Larissa wears Sherri Hill high-low sequence dress, $299, Sublime Couture; Sara Gabriel birdcage veil, $197; Nina tear-drop earrings,$65 from Ready or Knot {Wedding Chic}; Nina heels, $99, Von Maur

“All I kept thinking about over and over was, 'You can't live forever.'”

SHOT ON LOCATION in Omaha Omaha Prime Restaurant and Havana Garage, both in the Old Market historic district .

Talent Emily, represented by Develop Model Management; Larissa, Zac and Nick, represented

by Select Model Management. Ariel and Matt, independently represented.

75

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Planning

checklist

TO-DOs on

the way TO 'I DO'

ExclusivE Alex + Grant's Real Wedding

IWEN EXPOSURES

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Final Stretch

Setting the Stage 9-12 months before wedding

Plan takES shape 6-9 months before wedding

the finer details 3-6 months before wedding

IT'S ALMOST HERE! 2-3 months before wedding

 Set wedding date  Decide on style and size of wedding  Decide budget  Select wedding consultant  Begin guest list  Shop for gown and accessories  Arrange hair and makeup consultations  Meet with clergy or officiant  Choose members of wedding party  Order invitations, stationery and save-the-date cards

 Choose caterer  Reserve rehearsal dinner site  Reserve musicians  Meet with florist  Order gown and bridesmaids' dresses  Create wedding registry  Reserve equipment such as tables, chairs or tents  Reserve men’s attire  Finalize guest list  Devise a record keeping system for gifts and thank-you notes  Send save-the-date cards  Begin planning wedding ceremony  Make honeymoon reservations  Begin dance lessons

 Select and order wedding cake  Finalize reception menu  Make sure deposits are paid and contracts are signed  Refine guest list; be sure to have all addresses  Start addressing envelopes  Arrange gown preservation  Finalize honeymoon; get passports  Arrange out-of-town guest accommodations  Arrange wedding transportation  Schedule fittings for gown, tuxedo and attendants’ dresses  Purchase wedding rings  Attend showers and parties in your honor!

 Select music  Mail invitations  Get marriage license  Decide rehearsal date and time  Write a toast  Finalize details with vendors  Order wedding favors  Buy gifts for parents and attendants  Select ceremony readings; write vows  Purchase wedding shoes; begin breaking them in

Select and reserve:  Ceremony site  Reception site  Photographer  Videographer

76

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

2 weeks before wedding:  Provide caterer with final head count  Buy guestbook  Pick up rings  Pack for honeymoon  Prepare payments for fees, gratuities

“Don’t Throw Your Flowers Away!�

Making It Legal In Nebraska Step 1

Download the application worksheet at douglascountyclerk.org/marriage-licenses

Step 2

Submit application in person to: Douglas County Clerk’s Office, 1819 Farnam St., Room H08 in Omaha

Preserve them as a keepsake that you will cherish for a lifetime.

for home or business

the possibilities are endless....

Step 3

WHAT YOU NEED 1. $15 cash or credit card (no personal checks) to pay fee for marriage license.

2. Cash to prepay for certified copies of the license ($5 each). A certified copy is required for the bride to change her name on her driver’s license and Social Security records.

3. Proof of identity/age: valid driver’s license, passport or certified copy of birth certificate. If either applicant is not of legal age (19), a notarized consent form must be signed by the applicant's father, mother, legal guardian or custodian. A license cannot be issued in Nebraska for anyone under age 17.

4. Social Security numbers for the bride and groom.

5. The names of applicants' parents (including mother’s maiden name), and parents' birthplaces (city and state or foreign country).

6. If either applicant has been married previously, the date the previous marriage ended will be needed (court date or date of death).

GOOD TO KNOW A marriage license is good for one year from date of issuance anywhere in   Nebraska, and it may be used in any county in Nebraska.

There is no waiting period.

Freeze-Dry Preservation Specialist and Custom Keepsake Designs

402-341-3363 www.memoriesbidesign.com

Finishing Touches The

Custom Floral Arrangements Candles Tiaras & Veils Baskets & Pillows Invitations Guest Books Cake Tops Mint Molds Toasting Glasses And More...

All marriage licenses obtained in Nebraska are public records.

In Iowa

Instructions and forms for obtaining a marriage license in Pottawattamie County (including Council Bluffs) can be found at   www.pottcounty.com/government/  recorder/vital-records.php.

3457 S. 84th St 402.391.6225

Open Weekdays 9-9 | Sat 9-8 Sun 10-5

www.mangelsens.com

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

77

planning

your budget

Smart

SPENDING

LINDSEY GEORGE photography

High Priority

The average cost of a U.S. wedding is $28,427, and in Nebraska, the average cost is $21,708 according to TheKnot.com. If you'll be purchasing mostly everything, here's what you can expect to pay.

Once you've set your wedding budget, you'll need to determine your spending priorities. After you've agreed on what's most important to you, use our flow chart to steer your dollars where they'll count the most.

Where the money goes

Medium Priority

Low Priority

Keep your budget in check by getting creative.

If you save on some services, you can free up money for things that are important to you.

If you could care less about it, why spend a lot of money on it? Here are ways to dramatically cut costs.

Rental for church or other ceremony site, $500 to $1,800.

Outdoor settings generally require fewer rentals and less decorating.

Choose an off-season date (October through April) for discounts.

Custom invitations for 250 to 400 guests, $4 to $10 per invite, plus save-the-date cards.

Opt for an intimate wedding, inviting only immediate family and close friends. Have an RSVP postcard to save on postage.

Limit your guest list to your immediate family and closest friends. Send out pre-made invitations. Ask guests to RSVP online or by phone.

Couture gown, $2,000 to $10,000.

(His tuxedo rental, $200-$250.)

Shop for a discounted floor sample or a gown offered off the rack.

(Put your groom in a new suit.)

Wear a special-occasion dress, or rent or borrow a gown. (Put him in a suit or something even more casual.)

Live music for the ceremony, soloist, $300; jazz or classical ensemble, $500 to $1,000.

Ask talented friends to sing/play for the ceremony as their wedding gift to you.

Hook up an iPod to a sound system and ask a friend to hit "play" at the appropriate times.

Videographer, $400 to $2,000, depending on the complexity of the package.

Ask a couple of friends to record your day, and hire a videographer to edit the footage.

Have a friend videotape special moments and burn the footage to a disc.

Rental for reception venue, $500 to $2,500. Catering, add $25 to $125 per person. Linens, $800 to $1,000.

Host the wedding and reception at one location.

Hold your reception at a private home or reserve a city park shelter for free.

Open bar through caterer or venue, $3,000 to $5,000, depending on number of guests, plus 15 percent gratuity for servers and bartenders.

Choose a venue that allows outside alcohol to be brought in. Offer a signature drink, beer and wine.

Offer a cash bar and set out a tip jar for the bartenders.

Professional photographer for entire day, $2,000 to $8,000, depending on experience and the package you choose.

Hire a professional for a few hours and rely on friends and family for your candids.

Ask guests to email you their best photos from the wedding and reception.

Live band or combo, $800 to $1,500.

Hire a DJ for $650, plus tip, for five hours.

Build a playlist and hook up an iPod to a sound system.

Special-order cake, $2 to $6 per person, depending on flavor and design.

Buy a modest cake for display and generic sheet cakes for serving to guests.

Buy a few generic one-tier cakes, set them on pretty stands and decorate with stems of garden-fresh flowers.

Flowers for wedding party, the church and the reception, $1,000 to $3,000.

Order flowers for your wedding party and a couple of arrangements: $1,500 to $1,800.

Borrow vases; buy bunches of fresh flowers and make a couple of arrangements. Forego a bouquet.

78 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

k

k

Guide to Gratuity

Whom to tip, how much and when

Hairstylist/Makeup Artist How much: 15 to 25 percent; 30 percent if work is done on-site When: Time of service

Ceremony Musician How much: $20 to $25 per musician When: After the ceremony

DJ How much: $50 to $150 When: At the end of the night or within a few days with a thank-you note

Wedding Planner How much: 15 to 20 percent When: At the end of the night or within a few days with a thank-you note

On-Site Coordinator How much: 15 to 20 percent of the food and drink fee (usually between $100 and $300) When: At the end of the night

 ��

Wait Staff/Bartenders How much: $20 to $30 per waiter and $25 to $40 for each bartender, depending on the type of bar service, if not already included in your total price When: At the end of the night (give the money to banquet manager)

Rental Delivery People How much: $5 to $10 per worker When: Time of service

Officiant How much: Often a donation to the house of worship – from $100 to $500 – will be made in lieu of payment/gratuity. For nondenominational officiants, $50 to $100 (on top of the fee).

An invitation to the reception is a nice gesture.

When: After the ceremony

Drivers How much: 15 to 20 percent, often included in the contract When: Time of service - CTW Features

W.E. Tip

Delegate. Put tips and thank-you notes in marked envelopes and give them to a trusted member of your family or bridal party for distribution. You’ll have other tasks to worry about on your wedding day.

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

79

Gift

D

on’t be caught empty-handed this wedding season. Whether it’s a treat for your bridesmaids, a little something for the groom and groomsmen or a thank you for the youngest members of your bridal party, thoughtful gestures are always appreciated.

Written and Photographed by Meghann Schense

TIME 2 4 3

1

5 6

Bride 80

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

1. Kate Spade tote, Von Maur, $148 2. Chartreuse serving spoon, Tweed Couch, $19.95 3. Framed marriage quote, Tweed Couch, $24.95 4. Mara-Mi stationery, Spruce, $14 5. Dragonfly jar, Tweed Couch, $36.95 6. LAFCO New York candle, Spruce, $50

1 2

3 4 5

6

1. Mustache stationery, Spruce, $12 2. LAFCO New York soap set, Spruce, $30 3. Hanging compass,Tweed Couch, $86.95 4. "Stuff Every Husband Should Know" handbook, Spruce, $9.95 5. Emporio Armani watch,Von Maur, $395 6. Parker pen, Von Maur, $200

Groom weddingessentialsmagazine.com

81

3 2 4 1 5

Bridesmaids

1. Stretch bracelets, Sublime Bridal, $45 set of three 2. Nebraska Beauty Products at Nebraska at the Market, Tropical Sunrise Sugar Scrub, $19.95

by Nourishingly Natural. Handcrafted in Lincoln 3. Glass decor, Spruce, $35 4. Picture frame, Spruce, $42 5. BAGGU leather pouches, Spruce, $20 each

Omaha's newest wedding venue, in the heart of Midtown. /RFDWHG RQ WKH 810& FDPSXV IHDWXUHV LQFOXGH •

•

•

•

)RU D IUHH HVWLPDWH ZDON WKUX  Â? Â? Â? Â? Â

­€ ‚ƒ „ … „ † „

82 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

2

3 4

1 1. Copper mugs, Spruce, $22 2. "The Ultimate Book of Sports," Spruce, $19.95 3. Matchstick case, Spruce, $35 4. The Art of Shaving Trifecta, Von Maur Razor $90; brush $55; chrome stand $100 5. Kenneth Cole Reaction cuff links, Von Maur, $40

You can see Italy from here

www.

bellaterrewinery.com

5

Groomsmen Close to Omaha, far from ordinary!

An Italian-style wedding in an Iowa setting.

For more information and/or reserving your date, please call

402-657-5543

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

83

2

1

4 3

5

1. Sticker Dolly Dressing, Weddings Edition, Learning Express, $9.95 2. Purse, Von Maur, $19.95 3. Grama's Boysenberry Jam, $5.99, and Apple Butter, $6.95, made in Lincoln, where the ingredients always include "love."

Found at Nebraska at the Market. 4. Reed & Barton silver-plated bank,Von Maur, $50.

5. Ties, $18, Von Maur, Calvin Klein blue plaid and XMI green stripe.

Flower Girl & Ring Bearer 84 

Fall & Winter 2013  weddingessentialsmagazine.com

1 2

3

4 1. Soap gift box, The Linen Gallery, $20 2. "Thanks" book, Spruce, $7 3. Prairie Fire Nebraska wine made by the Glacial Till Vineyard in Palmyra, Neb. Found at Nebraska at the Market, $24.49 4. Soy candles

by Heritage Falls, made in Falls City, Neb. Found at Nebraska at the Market, $5.49

Out-of-Town

Guests

Unique wedding packages • Discounts for Friday & Sunday events Professional wedding planner on staff • Special room rates for out-of-town guests

Regency Lodge HoteL

Conveniently located off of 107th and Pacific Streets, Omaha NE 909 South 107th Avenue Omaha NE 68114 www.regencylodge.com 402-397-8971

85

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

photography advice k

k

T

he gracious setting at The Archdiocesan Retreat & Conference Center is waiting for you & your guests.

All denominations are welcome.

Dear Guests: Leave the Photos to the Pros 3300 N. 60th Street St. Joseph Hall Omaha, NE 68104 402.558.1442 gfbosanek@archomaha.org

WHERE YOUR CATERER OR YOUR FOOD ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!

Wedding photography is all about capturing moments and details of the day.

Too many times, we’ve noticed, wellmeaning guests get in the way of the shot. It’s not intentional, of course. But it is mildly irritating. Be a considerate guest with these tips from a blog post by Lindsey George Photography.

Leave your camera at home and capture the day with your hearts.

YO U R D A Y YO U R WA Y !

Castle Barrett

4330 Leavenworth Street Omaha, NE 68105 402.558.5520 |w w w.barrettsomaha.com

86

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

If you simply must take photos, be careful not to block the official photographer from a shot (first kiss, first dance, etc.) that the newlyweds expect. Use available light to prevent your camera’s flash from ruining the pro’s pictures in the same setting.

Don’t make the wedding photographer dance around you. Crouching or standing in the aisle is distracting and can ruin an opportunity for a well-framed professional photo. Also, be aware that the red or green dot on your “zoom” button could show up in the photographer’s frames.

Ask permission before posting pictures from the wedding on social media sites.

Some couples will prefer to keep their wedding photos private.

Photo CheckLIST A week or so before the ceremony, supply the photographer with a list of moments that are important to you. Keep in mind that each shot will take about four minutes.

Getting Ready  Bride having hair and makeup done  Bride’s gown hanging on hanger  Still-life shots of the bride’s shoes, something old, new, borrowed and blue  Detailed shots of the bouquets  Candid shots of the bridesmaids  Mother helping the bride with veil  Full-length shot of the bride in her gown looking at herself in a mirror  Groom getting ready with his father and groomsmen

Where History & Modern Luxury Meet Let our Sales Team assist you with all of your Bridal Accommodations: • Kissing Corner Package for Bride & Groom • Complimentary Custom Web Page • Shuttle Services • Function Spaces perfect for Rehearsal Dinners, or intimate Gift Opening Ceremonies.

A Special Occasion before THE Special Occasion.

Mention this ad for VIP Access Omaha Downtown 106 S 15th St. Omaha, NE 68102 T:402-342-4770

The Ceremony  Exterior and interior shots of the site before guests arrive  Close-up of groom’s expression while waiting for the bride  Bride walking down the aisle  Groom reacting to seeing bride  Bride and groom at altar or chuppah  Close-up of the bride and groom’s hands as they exchange rings  The kiss!  Bride and groom hugging guests  Bride and groom leaving

www.residenceinn.com/omart

Before the Reception  Bride and groom together  Family photos with all combinations of family members  Bride and groom with wedding party

The Reception  Still-life shots of place cards, menus, centerpieces, decorations, table settings, favors, invitation and champagne glasses  The cake  Close-ups of friends and family making toasts  Bride and groom’s first dance  Bride dancing with her father and groom dancing with his mother  Guests dancing  Bride and groom cutting the cake  Getaway vehicle  Bride and groom leaving the reception RealSimple.com

Turning your ideas into

Reality

Omaha

5620 562 5 20 S. 72nd Street

4 402.339.3707

Lincoln

2700 270 2 00 N. 27th Street

4 402.467.4151

Kearney K Kearn ney

112 11 12 E. 6th Street

308.234.1015 3 08.234.1 1015

aaarents-omaha.com aaare ents-omaaha.com weddingessentialsmagazine.com

87

The wedding

Inspiration index

Find these bridal professionals in our magazine and/or at our Wedding Essentials bridal shows. Be sure to mention that you discovered them through us!

Accommodations

Beauty & Health

Hilton Omaha | p. 27 omaha.hilton.com Regency Lodge | p. 85 regencylodge.com Residence Inn | p. 87 residenceinn.com/omart Springhill Suites | p. 95 springhillsuites.com Sheraton Hotel Omaha | p. 53 starwoodhotels.com DoubleTree by Hilton | p. 89 omahadowntown.doubletree.com Embassy Suites| p. 1 embassysuites.com Holiday Inn Downtown Omaha | p. 41 holidayinn.com

Arbonne International amylsmith.myarbonne.com Dillard's | p. 17 dillards.com It Works! wrapupomaha.myitworks.com Lipo Light | p. 94 lipolight.com Rodan + Fields joetta.myrandf.biz Salon Evar salonevar.com Urbane Salon & Day Spa urbanesalonanddayspa.com Von Maur | p. 3 vonmaur.com Younkers younkers.com

Attire David's Bridal davidsbridal.com Dillard's | p. 17 dillards.com Ellynne Bridal | p. 15 ellynnebridal.com Exclusive Tuxedos & Dresses exclusivetuxedosanddresses.com Gentleman's Choice | p. 51 omahatuxedos.com Men's Wearhouse menswearhouse.com My Blue Whimsy | p. 36 mybluewhimsy.com Ready or Knot {Wedding Chic} readyorknotweddings.com Rhylan Lang | p. 10 rhylanlang.com Sublime Bridal | p. 29 sublimebridal.com Tip Top Tux | Inside back cover tttux.com Von Maur | p. 3 vonmaur.com

88

Catering & Cakes Alotta Brownies | p. 45 alottabrownies.com Attitude on Food | p. 45 attitudeonfood.com Gigi's Cupcakes | p. 19 gigiscupcakesusa.com/ omaha-nebraska Hy-Vee | p. 61 hy-vee.com Johnny's Italian Steakhouse | p. 63 johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com Nothing Bundt Cakes nothingbundtcakes.com Upstream Brewing Company upstreambrewing.com Simply Elegant Cakes simply-elegant-cakes.com

Event Decor AAA Rents & Events Services | p. 87 aaarents-omaha.com David M. Mangelsen's | p. 77 mangelsens.com Events in Bloom | p. 59 Honeyman Rent-All | p. 62 honeymanrentall.com Memrical | p. 5 memrical.com Orchestrated Events | p. 48 orchestratedevents.biz

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Tent Event | p. 60 tenteventomaha.com United Rent-All | p. 47 unitedrent-all-omaha.com

Floral Events in Bloom | p. 59 Hy-Vee | p. 60 hy-vee.com Loess Hills Floral Studio | p. 18 loesshillsfloralstudio.com

David M. Mangelsen's | p. 77 mangelsens.com

Invitations Cornhusker Beverage & Bridal | p. 84 cornhuskerbeverage.com Méldeen meldeen.com Village Stationery villagestationery.com David M. Mangelsen's | p. 77 mangelsens.com David's Bridal davidsbridal.com

Jewelry Borsheims | p. 2 borsheims.com Mark Edward | p. 33 markedward.me

Music Bircher and Bircher Music bircherandbirchermusic.com Complete | p. 49 cmomaha.com Michael "Gooch" Gurciullo goochbigband.com

Officiant I Tie the Knots | p. 50 itietheknots.com

Photography & Videography Chellsey Lynn Photography | p. 53 chellseylynnphotography.com Complete | p. 49 cmomaha.com

Bell Photography bellsphotos.com Hooton Images | p. 79 hootonimages.com Image Society myimagesociety.com iwen exposures iwenexposures.com Janine McClintock Studios | p. 50 janinemcclintock.com JF & M wedding.jfplus.com Lane Weddings | p. 13 laneweddings.com Lindsey George Photography | p. 8 lindseygeorgephotographyomaha.com MAK | p. 85 makimages.com Omaha Photo Booth theomahaphotoboothcompany.com Shondy Studios shondystudios.com Christopher Tierney Photography topherphoto.com T. Sterba Photography | p. 44 sterbaphoto.com Tammy Muecke Photography | p. 63 tammymueckephotography.com Tin Box Weddings | p. 19 tinboxweddings.com TK Imaging tkimaging.com

Preservation Memories Bi-Design | p. 77 memoriesbidesign.com Omaha Lace Cleaners | p. 59 omahalacecleaners.com

Real Estate Celebrity Homes | p. 91 celebrityhomesomaha.com

Registry Bed Bath & Beyond bedbathandbeyond.com Celebrity China & Crystal | p. 37 celebritychina.com Dillard's | p. 17 dillards.com Nebraska Furniture Mart | p. 11 nfm.com Younkers younkers.com

HAPPEN AT DOUBLETREE BY HILTON OMAHA DOWNTOWN A Sweet start to your happily ever after begins at the DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Downtown. Let our professional staff make your Wedding Day dreams come true. Enjoy our fresh new look by celebrating your special day in one of our beautiful ballrooms. Also specializing in Engagement and Anniversary Parties, Wedding Ceremonies and Rehearsal Dinners. Invite 10 to 800 of your closest friends and family and leave the rest to us.

Fresh New Look. Same Great Cookies.

Travel Enchanted Honeymoons | Back cover enchantedhoneymoons.com

Hilton HHonors membership, earning of Points & Miles and redemption of points are subject to HHonors Terms and Conditions. ©2012 Hilton Worldwide.

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

89

venues

the perfect place

YOUR

Essential GUIDE

TO CEREMONY & RECEPTION VENUES IN GREATER OMAHA A View in Fontenelle Hills | Inside cover 402-291-2582 aviewfh.com

Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch | p. 55 402-331-5500 bellevueberryfarm.com

On the forested grounds of Fontenelle Hills Golf Course in historic Bellevue. A stunning backdrop for your special day serving as many as 325 dinner guests.

Rustic lodge setting for your ceremony, and fully catered reception with DJ and event services for 65 to 350 guests.

A View West | Inside cover 402-991-9872 aviewwestomaha.com

Castle Barrett | p. 86 402-558-5520 barrettsomaha.com

A 30-foot-high atrium ceiling assures you of a grand entrance; an outdoor patio with mature trees welcomes your celebration and up to 450 dinner guests. Near 156th & West Maple Road.

The Great Hall can accommodate 150 guests for your ceremony, while Tara Hall is ideal for a reception for up to 250 guests. Provide your own food, or coordinate catering.

Anthony’s Steakhouse | p. 8 402-331-7575 anthonyssteakhouse.com

CenturyLink Center 402-599-6926 centurylinkcenteromaha.com

The 9,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom seats 350 people for dinner, then dancing. The patio has a gazebo and waterfall.

Archdiocesan Retreat & Conference Center | p. 86 402-558-1442 archomaha.org/pastoral/arcc/

Club at Indian Creek, The | p. 54 402-289-0900 theclubatindiancreek.com

Art Deco venue for your ceremony, reception and next-day brunch. Seating for up to 125; lots of amenities; experienced catering staff.

Indian Creek Golf Course surrounds this impressive facility, and an outdoor veranda lets you and as many as 400 guests take in the views. Professional staff and comprehensive menu contribute to a memorable experience.

Bella Terre | p. 83 402-657-5543 bellaterre.com

Creighton University Skutt & Harper Centers | p. 79 402-280-1493 creighton.edu/reservations

Italy meets Iowa in a unique reception hall and vineyard just 15 minutes south of Omaha. You and as many as 400 guests can wine and dine in Tuscan style in this full-service venue.

90

The exclusive caterer will create food and beverage packages to meet your needs.

Serving 100 to 1,000 seated guests. Close to downtown Omaha’s hotels and major events.

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

The ballroom in the Skutt Student Center, and the ballroom on the top floor of the Harper Center both accommodate 350 dinner guests.

Can u believe we r getting married?

SIKED! Now need to find our own place!

What about this? AND IT’S NEW!!! :) Can we afford it?

Yes! Low monthly paymnts and homes in low $100’s!

Does it have appliances, open kitchns, fireplc, energy efficient, blinds, washr/ dryr, 2 car gar with opnr, intr & extr color selections, quality cabinets in great community?

Its Celebrity Homes... YES! Its all included!

Lets chk it out! New marriage, new life together, & NEW CELEBRITY HOME!

$1,000 DOWN

Finance Programs Lowest Monthly Payments in Years!

weddingessentialsmagazine.com

91

venues

the perfect place DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Downtown | p. 89 402-636-4900 omahadowntown.doubletree.com

Johnny's Italian Steakhouse | p. 63 402-289-9210 johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com

Embassy Suites Downtown and Embassy Suites Omaha - La Vista | p. 1 402-346-9000 and 402-408-5470 embassysuites.com

Lauritzen Gardens | p. 62 402-346-4002 lauritzengardens.org

After the wedding ceremony, get ready for a fun night of dining and dancing in the Grand Ballroom, which seats up to 800 guests.

The Riverfront Ballroom can handle 800 guests, with amenities for a multi-night stay. The Windsor Ballroom at the LaVista property seats 2,000.

Fountains Ballroom West, The | p. 5 402-496-3000 thefountainsballroom.com Mix the charm of an Italian villa with the crisp feel of the Greek Isles and the grandeur of a Bollywood wedding, and you have the Fountains Ballroom West, formerly Erin Court.

Fountains Ballroom & Vineyard, The | p. 4 712-526-2426 thefountainsballroom.com Situated in the rolling hills, this venue features a waterfall, pergola, pond and stream. The ballroom seats 250, and has a 30-foot-high vaulted ceiling and grand staircase.

First Central Congregational Church | p. 48 402-345-1533 firstcentral.org

Built in 1921, this grand church welcomes traditional wedding and commitment ceremonies with congregational seating for 600. Stained glass windows, pipe organ and artisan musicians.

Hilton Omaha | p. 27 402-998-3400 omaha.hilton.com An expert culinary staff serves the 800-seat Grand Central Ballroom, and the 480-seat Blackstone Ballroom.

Exquisitely decorated gardens and reception spaces in the Omaha Botanical Center. The Great Hall seats up to 320; smaller rooms and spaces provide more intimate surroundings.

Millard Plaza Ballroom | p. 51 402-891-0779 millardplazaballroom.com A traditional and attractive setting with catering, a dance floor and unique decor for a memorable wedding reception.

Mid-America Center | p. 57 402-326-2268 midamericacenter.com Premier reception venue for banquet seating of 75 to 1,000 guests. Professional catering staff.

Quick access to hotels and entertainment and Interstates 29 and 80.

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | p. 95 402-738-2088 omahazoo.com Dinner seating for 325 in the Scott Education and Conference Center; 300 in Durham TreeTops Restaurant; 90 in the Scott Aquarium.

Orpheum Theater | p. 33 402-345-0202 omahaperformingarts.org This historic venue offers a fairy tale setting for your customized event. Professional planning assistance; seating for 230 in the Grand Lobby.

Holiday Inn Downtown Omaha and Holiday Inn Lincoln Southwest | p. 41 402-341-0124 and 402-421-1893 holidayinn.com

Players Club at Deer Creek, The | p. 44 402-963-9950 playersclubomaha.com

Event planners at both locations. Omaha’s ballroom seats up to 150; the Lincoln Holiday Inn reception space has seating for 200.

Breathtaking golf course views surround this elegant clubhouse. Seating for up to 325 dinner guests. Professional planner and catering staff.

Holland Performing Arts Center | p. 33 402-345-0202 omahaperformingarts.org

Regency Lodge | p. 85 402-397-8971 regencylodge.com

Expert event coordinators assist you in space location and in-house cuisine selections. Scott Recital Hall seats nearly 300; select spaces enable one-of-a-kind reception settings.

92

The perfect choice for your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner or wedding day events.

Off-sight catering also available.

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

A grand staircase makes your grand entrance remarkable! Professional event coordinator; many included items for your ballroom event, with seating for up to 225 guests.

Scott Conference Center 402-778-6313 scottcenter.com A modern facility with seating for up to 500.

On-site coordinator and culinary staff to ease your planning concerns. A long list of included items for your event. Near UNO.

Scoular Ballroom | p. 7 402-449-1424 scoularballroom.com The Grand Ballroom of this recently restored historic venue offers a number of possibilities for your catered affair. Complete event planning assistance available.

Sheraton Hotel Omaha | p. 53 402-496-0850 starwoodhotels.com

Sullivan's Steakhouse | p. 18 402-342-0077 sullivanssteakhouse.com

Warm hospitality; custom menus under the guidance of an event planner. Dinner seating in the Wine Cellar for 72; special arrangements for as many as 100 in the dining room.

Tiburon Golf Club | p. 47 402-896-1323 tiburongolf.com Stunning golf course views; expert planning staff. Seating for up to 375 in the Great White Ballroom; 100 in the Tiger Shark Ballroom.

Continue your celebration on the walk-out patio.

Truhlsen Campus Events Center | p. 82 402-559-5192 unmc.edu/eventscenter

Customizable menus and decor options make your event memorable. Seating for 220 in both the Regency Ballroom and the Dodge Ballroom.

Modern architecture with neutral colors throughout, foyer with large glass windows and ballroom with dinner seating for 350.

Numerous items included with rental.

Strategic Air & Space Museum | p. 49 402-944-3100 sasmuseum.com

Upstream Brewing Company Old Market & Legacy 402-344-8013 upstreambrewing.com

Your guests will never forget your wedding reception surrounded by historic aircraft! Flexible catering policy. Event staff to help your celebration take "flight." Easy I-80 access.

g n B i r a h s V t i mre fo

The Old Market can host 85 for a dinner, or 114 for a cocktail reception. The West Omaha location:110 for dinner, 140 for cocktails.

/weddingessentialsomaha /omahabridalmag @omahabridalmag weddingessentialsomaha

PLUS! Online magazine available at weddingessentialsmagazine.com

  weddingessentialsmagazine.com 

93

Lipo-Light is the iintelligent, ntelligent, alternative non-surgical g alt ternative to to liposuction. liposuction. body Experience bod dy ccontouring, ontouring, reduction and cellulite reduc ction a nd a sslimmer, limmer, shape—all with no pain, tighter g shape p —all w ith n op ain, no down no needles and dn od own ttime. ime.

SPECIAL PRICING FOR

4 VISITS

$249

A SAVINGS OF OVER 70%

DR. NICK CROM, D.C. • 1109 S. 180TH STREET 402-934-1010 • WWW.LIPOLIGHTOMAHA.COM 94

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

Brides & Bridal Professionals: We welcome submissions of fresh, unique, modern, stunning, standout weddings!

WHAT WE NEED 1. 30-40 images — 90% details, 10% bride & groom/wedding party PHOTOS MUST BE: Resolution: 300 dpi Color Mode: CMYK Inches: At least 9 x 12 inches Preferred file type: JPEG

Have a destination wedding without leaving town.

Say, “I do” at the Zoo. Celebrate your day in the Education Conference Center at the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium, featuring a 24’ tropical reef aquarium. For rental details, call (402) 738-2088.

2. A vendor list 3. A few wedding highlights and contact info for the bridal couple so we can follow up on the story.

SUBMIT TO: weddingessentials@owh.com with subject line "Real Wedding" • Content ideas?

We welcome your suggestions for articles and styled shoots; info about local business openings; and insider tips on wedding trends and more.

Email weddingessentials@owh.com or call 402-444-1094.

• be a Wedding Essentials advertiser We are the area's most comprehensive bridal resource with advertising opportunities through our magazine, bridal shows, website, blog, bride lists and Celebrations section of the Omaha World-Herald.

Inquire about custom-tailored advertising packages at weddingessentials@owh.com or 402-444-1442.

A PERFECT MARRIAGE OF SPACE & STYLE Let our Sales Manager assist you with all of your Guest Room Accommodations ❭ Honeymoon Whirlpool Suite

Menti t oonn this ad receive exto discounts.tra

❭ Guest Room Suites ❭ Custom Web Page ❭ Gift Opening Room ❭ Shuttle Service Arrangements

Welcome your guests in style!

Complimentary Wi-Fi ,Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Flat Panel LCD TV, HD Channels, iHome Alarm Clock, Microwave, Refrigerator, Sofa-Sleeper, Work Desk, Indoor Heated Pool, Whirlpool, Enhanced Fitness Center, Evening Bar

712-256-6500 • www.marriott.com/omash weddingessentialsmagazine.com

95

end note

happily ever after

“ The way to know life is to love many things.” - Van Gogh

JANINE McCLINTOCK STUDIOS

96

Fall & Winter 2013 weddingessentialsmagazine.com

On your

Honeymoon

the luxury is included.

And so is the fun.

At Sandals everything you could possibly imagine has been thought ®

of, including all the luxury of a five-star resort. The difference is that our luxury is included, and so is the fun. There are more unlimited land and water sports—including scuba diving and golf†—than any other resorts

on the planet. More restaurants—with up to 15 dining choices per resort.

Unlimited premium brand drinks at up to nine bars including Beringer

®

Wines, and the most unique honeymoon suites in the Caribbean. All of this makes Sandals the perfect choice for a once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon.

®

LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED JAMAICA • ANTIGUA • SAINT LUCIA • BAHAMAS • GRENADA ®

THE LUXURY INCLUDED DIFFERENCE MAKES ALL THE DIFFER ENCE IN THE WORLD.

Scuba diving included for certified divers. PADI resort dive courses and night dives additional. †Greens fees additional at Sandals Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, Bahamas. In Jamaica and Saint Lucia, caddies mandatory but not included. Sandals® is a registered trademark.

17650 Wright Plaza, Suite 7 Omaha, NE 68130 402-390-9291 info@enchantedhoneymoons.com www.enchantedhoneymoons.com