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Whether you fall in love with our Grand Staircase, the elegant charm of our Ballrooms or the breathtaking view from our Outdoor Terrace, we are Hampton Roads’ finest setting for your Wedding Day. Our award winning cuisine and high level of service has set the standard that others follow. Please contact our Marriott certified Wedding Planner for more information.
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Breathtaking Scenery Warm Coastal Breezes Spectacular Sunsets Modern Amenities
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scene & heard The bridal scene in Virginia is ever-changing.
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By Kim Wadsworth
We bring you up to speed with the latest from some of the area’s leading vendors.
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Embark
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Our award-winning team of culinary experts and dedicated staff
bring together the traditions that have created over 84 years of memories. With the Chesapeake Bay as your backdrop, The Chamberlin offers both indoor and outdoor settings and venue spaces for grand or intimate occasions. The Chamberlin will create a worryfree, picture-perfect waterfront wedding that you will always treasure!
Located on Historic Fort Monroe 2 Fenwick Road Hampton,VA 23651
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Weddings, Receptions, Dinners, Luncheons, Bridal Showers & More Call Today For Your Personal Tour! Chamberlin@TheChamberlin.com (757) 637 - 7200 24 vowbride.com
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brilliant shocks of bold color.
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Heather Hughes Photography
freshness selection service
Make Falling in Love a Historic Occasion at Virginia’s Premiere Wedding Destination
the original source for all your floral needs
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Guess who’s behind every bride’s wedding day beauty?
Photos: Echard Wheeler
For over 20 years, Kim Wadsworth and her BridesMade team of artists have brought customized makeup and hair design on location for portrait, rehearsal dinner and wedding day requests. We Bring Beauty to You / www.KimWadsworth.com / 757 617 3587
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My One
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CELEBRATE THE MOMENTS THAT CONNECT YOU.
Made Just For You!
Whether you are planning a formal or casual wedding we specialize in creating the perfect cake, cupcakes and display for your event.
Contact us today for your complimentary tasting! 757-560-4856 www.cakesbycrystalva.com
2165 General Booth Blvd. • Virginia Beach, VA 23454 757.430.8116 • www.EitherOreStrawbridge.com M–F 10–6pm, Sat 10–4pm • Closed Sunday
Perfectly planned for a beautiful beginning.
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ecause it truly is your day, you can be sure that we are fully committed to every detail of your wedding. Whether you prefer an intimate gathering or grand event, Double Tree can help you orchestrate the celebration of your dreams. l Fully customizable rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, party and honeymoon packages l Special guestroom packages for the Bride and Groom, Family and Guests l Designated wedding and event planner on staff l Attentive, courteous staff and convenient amenities for your guests
Call our Catering Specialist to begin your journey. 757.437.2022 or email anelson@doubletreevb.com 1900 Pavilion Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 VirginiaBeach.DoubleTree.com vowbride.com 41
The romantic, southern plantation wedding of your dreams is here at historic
Westover Plantation
We offer customized opportunities and magical occasions for romantic celebrations including weddings, vow renewals, engagements and anniversaries.
Photos courtesy of Don Williamson Photography & Tiffany Zettlemoyer Photography
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Westover Plantation, Charles City, Virginia | 804-829-2882
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Swimwear For Misses & Juniors in Sizes 4-24 Large Selection of Coverups, Shoes and Sportswear Jewelry, Accessories and Fine Gifts 307 Laskin Rd. (31st Street) Oceanfront Virginia Beach
757-428-7945
COMMITMENT
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Personalized, Full-Service Showroom for the Bride, Groom, Bridal Party, Mothers & Other Special Occasions On-Premise Alterations & Custom Gown Designers Endless Resources from Our In-House Wedding Planning Studio, Floral Designer & Photographer 12 Best Square, Norfolk • 461-1690 • mayacouture.com
The only bridal appointment you’ll ever have to make.
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Please call for your private appointment today
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La Promenade Shoppes, Virginia Beach www.pureenglishbridal.com Top Pick The Knot Wedding Wire Best Bridal Boutique
Winner Best of The Beach Best Vendor Virginia Living Magazine
Your Happily Ever After Starts Here
The Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront has a location for every wedding occasion. From a bridal party at our rooftop bar and infinity pool, to romantic beach weddings and grand receptions in the region’s most elegant oceanfront ballroom — you imagine the possibilities and we’ll take care of the rest. To arrange a personal tour with our wedding specialists, please call 757.213.2324.
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Celebrate
the Perfect Pairing Planning your wedding can be a dream experience, with some unique inspiration and planning tips from Cupcake’s wedding expert, Alison Hotchkiss.
The Signature Wedding Wine
Food Style The food you serve and how you serve it says a lot about how you want to celebrate your big day. There is no right or wrong only what works for you: • Do you want to serve dinner plated, family style or as a buffet? • Do you want a dessert bar featuring your personal favorites? Assorted cupcakes? A traditional wedding cake? • Consider other signature flourishes, such as paper cones filled with French fries or a midnight snack to keep the party going. Cupcake has a delicious midnight snack menu at CupcakeWeddings.com. Looking for some foodie inspiration for your wedding? Visit CupcakeWeddings. com/VirginiaBride to find Cupcake’s seasonal, versatile and delicious menus. Get ready to Love Deliciously!
A Red, A White and Some Bubbles • Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir are very popular varietals at weddings right now. • Cupcake Vineyards winemaker Adam Richardson also suggests Pinot Grigio and Cabernet Sauvignon as your red and white wine choices. • A sparkling wine adds that celebratory element, and Cupcake has two beautiful bubblies: Cupcake Prosecco and Cupcake Moscato d’Asti. • Use our beverage calculator at CupcakeWeddings.com to help estimate your beverage needs.
Cupcake at your wedding! We want you to experience the wedding of your dreams. The Cupcake Vineyards Celebratory Bottle Program helps by elevating your beverages, not your budget, and includes: • Limited-edition keepsake 3L* bottle of Cupcake Cabernet Sauvignon • Silver ink pen for guests to sign the bottle • Cake kine set
Ask your caterer or hotel, or visit CupcakeWeddings.com for more information. For more of Alison’s tips, visit CupcakeWeddings.com
*One 3L bottle of Cupcake Cabernet Sauvignon is equivalent to 4 standard 750mL bottles. ©2013 Cupcake Vineyards, Livermore, CA
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Cu stom Bri dal Pavi lions & Chu ppahs This hand-felted veil, encrusted with 20mm freshwater, baroque pearls by international textile artist Elizabeth Anyaa, covers a bridal canopy inspired by the Sacred Geometry of London-based Keith Critchlow. This unique creation may be mounted in the garden and the veil tailored for a canopy bed. Custom designs available. For more information contact: info @ venuear ts.com Prices available on request.
PHOTO: GRANT PERRY
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Let us be your first stop in your wedding planning journey!
A Complimentary Wedding Planning Studio 757-689-8082 www.TheBridalDish.com Dream. Connect. Design. Located inside Maya Couture at 12 Best Square, Norfolk, VA 23502
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Oceanfront Weddings at Their Best Experience the wedding of your dreams at the ALL NEW Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel where the glow of the sun on the beach comes second only, to the beauty of the bride. To arrange a personal tour please call our wedding specialist Bernadette Smith | 757.905.6218 bsmith@sheratonvirginiabeach.com
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The ideal setting for weddings, corporate events and parties.
Specializing in gourmet wedding cupcakes, dessert bars, unique and custom flavors.
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Happily Ever After. Extraordinary people and life’s occasions are celebrated here. For over 33 years, our unparalleled quality, value and service have made us jeweler for a lifetime for multi-generations of clients. Like true love, our diamond and platinum treasures are designed to last. Always. Call for your complimentary diamond consult.
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If you don’t value trust, why are you getting married? 5th generation jeweller Betsy Hardy brings her family’s legacy of quality, integrity and original design to every bride, every time. trust never goes out of style.
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Norfolk’s Only Waterfront Hotel
Beautiful Space for Receptions of All Sizes We Partner with You to Plan the Perfect Event Pleasant and Accommodating Staff Value Reception Packages Available Rehearsal Dinners and Farewell Brunches Overnight Accommodations for Out of Town Guests
Call our Catering Team at 757-640-2746 777 Waterside Dr. Norfolk Virginia 23510 www.sheratonnorfolkwaterside.com • 757-622-6664 vowbride.com 81
Make an entrance! Arrive in style in one of our vintAge rolls royce vehicles.
Delivering attention to detail that is second to none, from the red carpet treatment to the crystal Rolls Royce champagne flutes and our professional drivers, Sand Shark Limos provides the most elegant arrival and departure for the stylish couple on their wedding day.
SAND SHARK LIMOS for reservations and rates: 757.217.5899 john@sandsharklimos.com www.sandsharklimos.com Photo courtesy of MArk rodriguez PhotogrAPhy
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Your Hall of Fame Moment Starts Here!
Photos courtesy of Cathy Benton Photography
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