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Flowers introduce another decorative element. Leto said to go with the natural choice literally. “Almost ever y client for 2018 has chosen a more 'natural' theme utilizing florals; especially succulents and interesting, out of the ordinar y greener y for both bouquets and for table décor, such as using greener y for runners ”

Floral decorations may make any table shine, but don’t forget about lighting, whether indoor or outdoor or both. “ Without exception, lighting is of utmost impor tance to our clients, “ she said. “Ever y couple has expressed an interest in both candlelight and soft, romantic strung lights for their weddings and receptions. This is true for both the inside reception and outside ceremony/gathering areas ”

Regardless of direc tion or theme, may your special day be as magical as the first winter snow. a

Resources:

Cour tney ’s Baker y, For t Wayne, 260.338.2688, cour tneysbaker y.com

The Charles, For t Wayne, 260 637 3643, thecharlesfor twayne com

Wendy ’s Bridal, For t Wayne, 260 482 8907, wendysbridalstore com

Ramada Fort Wayne is Ready to Plan Every Detail of Your Wedding to Perfection

We offer a wealth of experience to assist in planning a beautiful and memorable event Our location offers two ballrooms to accommodate any wedding from an intimate gathering of friends and family, to a luxurious cocktail reception of 500 guests Our customizable packages allow us to incorporate your ideas and offer a variety of options for your reception

❦ The perfect hotel for weddings in Fort Wayne, with great service for small or large events

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❦ Skilled event planners and certified wedding planners coordinate your special day from start to finish

❦ Hotel amenities include a restaurant, a fitness center, indoor/outdoor pool and room service

❦ We offer ten event rooms with 18,000 square feet of flexible space to host all of your wedding events

Custom Wedding Wine Bottles

What better custom detail for your wedding than wine bottles custom-designed for your day?

I t ’s easy. You pick the wine, you pick the label (or design it yourself ) and, voila! Wine bottles are prepared and labeled customized for the bride and groom.

“ We offer a variety of wines for the bride and groom, ” said Jessica Dennis, operations manager at Countr y Heritage Winer y in Laotto. “ The couple may design their own custom labels or selec t from our current array of designs… then we add their personal information to the wine label and they have a personal touch to their special day plus they get to enjoy their favorite wine!”

Custom orders require a 3-week lead time and the cost to do so is just marginally higher than if purchasing the bottles of wine alone (without custom labels). If you’re look ing for a unique idea to customize your own wedding day or perhaps provide a gift for the bride and groom, this might be just the right fit Cheers to wedding bells!

Looking to hire wedding enter tainment?

Great! Here’s some direc tion from o’s exper ts:

• Does the person or group specialize in weddings? Do they k now the standard flow of a reception, how to emcee and guide the couple and guests through the night ’s events?

• Does the person or group respond to inquiries in a prompt, cour teous and professional manner?

• Do you need more than just reception music? What about the ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner hour?

• Budget 2-4 times more for a band than a DJ You’re hiring a group as opposed to an individual

• Read reviews on the person or group you are considering

• Book early! The best professionals are booked 6-18 months in advance

• In the end, you get what you pay for and if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. a

Resource:

Jon Durnell, Band Leader for Night To Remember, 260.797.2980, jdurnell@comcast.net

By Nicole Leigh Shaw