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ELEGANT CARIBBEAN WEDDINGS
BY MARTHA STEWART Martha Stewart brings six new and exclusive weddings to Sandals Resorts Set in the island oasis of a Sandals Resort, your ceremony and reception will have all the stylish quality and thoughtful details you would expect from a Martha Stewart wedding. Choose from six beautiful themes that include everything from the beach ceremony décor to the lush tropical flowers of the bouquet. Plus, add à la carte options such as our sand unity ceremony to make your destination wedding an occasion to remember.
757.627.8000 email: vacations@citravel.com • citravel.com
JAMAICA • ANTIGUA • ST. LUCIA • BAHAMAS
Sandals® is a registered trademark of Sandals Resorts International LLC. Weddings by Martha Stewart™ is a trademark and ser vice mark of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.© 2009, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Unique Vacations, Inc. is the worldwide representative for Sandals Resorts.
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I will love and cherish you all the days of my life.
Royal Crown Derby
The Shops at Hilltop North, 1628 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach (757) 422 - 3313
TheGlobeVirginiaBeach.com Hampton Roads’ Finest Bridal Registry . Best of Virginia 2012 Recipient vowbride.com 3
Perfectly Planned for a beautiful beginning. Because 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, DoubleTree can help you orchestrate the celebration of your dreams.
• Fully customizable rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, party and honeymoon packages • Elegant arrangements for groups of 7 to 700
• Designated wedding and event planner on staff • Attentive, courteous staff and convenient amenities for your guests
Call Jackie Ivester, our Director of Catering, to begin your journey. 757.437.2022 or email jivester@doubletreevb.com 1900 Pavilion Drive • Virginia Beach, VA 23451 • VirginiaBeach.DoubleTree.com
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Visit us at www.cypresspointgolf.com Or Please call Erin Eissens (757) 490-6300 eeissens@cypresspointgolf.com 5340 Club Head Road | Virginia Beach
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Company’s Coming and We’re Ready
Hampton Roads Favorite Wedding and Reception Venue with décor, service and cuisine designed to make your cherished moment perfect. Wedding packages designed to fit every budget.
757-382-2500 • chesapeakeconference.com www.facebook.com/chesapeakeconferencecenter • twitter.com/chesconfctr
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Smithfield Center Windsor Castle Park and Clontz Park
Wedding Photographer & Videographer Family & Cosmetic Dentistry (for a picture perfect smile)
Bridal Consignment Shoppe Wedding Reception Venue Wedding Event Florist Hair Salons & Spas Wedding Cakes Jewelry At the Corner of Great Neck Road & VA Beach Blvd.
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The Yacht Club AT MARINA SHORES
FOR A
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our business is your pleasure. 5318 Fairfield Shopping Center, Virginia Beach 757.496.3900 ~ chefbydesigncatering.com
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THE MAGIC CUPBOARD INC The Magic Cupboard is your one stop shopping center for creating magical events and stunning gourmet event cakes. We make the most special days of your life truly memorable
Making your dreams come true at Greenbrier Country Club You don’t have to be a member to host your private events at Greenbrier Country Club.
Call us today!
757.321.2111 greenbrierclub.com *Some restrictions may apply. Call for details.
www.themagicupboard.com • 826-2160 12891 Jefferson Ave. Newport News, VA 23608
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©ClubCorp USA, Inc. All rights reserved. 17085 0512 BH
1301 Volvo Parkway | Chesapeake, VA 23320
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make faces. take memories.
a photo booth rental company
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Our attention to detail and experience allow you to enjoy every minute of the biggest day of your life. Caring and professional, the Emily Weddings team will work hard to accurately execute every detail of your dream wedding to ensure your peace of mind.
Voted the knot best of weddings 2010, 2011 and 2012 Bride’s Choice Award 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012.
757.751.WeDo (757.751.9336) info@emilyweddings.com | www.emilyweddings.com
The ideal setting for weddings, corporate events and parties. Waterfront Location Catering Choices Spacious Dance Floor Fabulous Fireplace Outdoor Lawn Area
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Happily, Ever After. Extraordinary people and life’s occasions are celebrated here. For over 32 years, our unparalleled quality, value and service have made us jeweler for a lifetime for multi-generations of clients. Like true love, our custom designed treasures are meant to last. Always.
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Merchants Square, Williamsburg, 757-220-1115 La Promenade, Virginia Beach, 757-428-1117 1-800-644-8077 thepreciousgems.com Like us on Facebook
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You don’t have to be a member of Town Point Club to enjoy our exceptional private event and wedding facilities. Private club experience Award-winning cuisine Professional onsite wedding coordinator Exquisite view of the Elizabeth River Exceptional service Let us help you plan your wedding event. Call Abby Bailey today to schedule a personal club tour:
757.625.7602 town-point.com
101 W. Main Street, Suite 300, Norfolk, VA 23510 *Some restrictions may apply. Call for details. ©2011 ClubCorp USA, Inc. All rights reserved. CLB12189 0611 BH
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Serving up happily ever after. Handmade art for your table by Beatriz Ball. Always at Simply Selma’s.
1860 Laskin Road, #119 Virginia Beach, VA 23454 757-428-2885 www.simplyselmas.com
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Notably different.
Madison Jewelers simple, elegant.
5304 Providence Road • Virginia Beach • 757-200-0609 • www.madison-jewelers.com
DISCOVER A HOTEL WHERE HISTORY MEETS HEART. Welcome to a hotel in the heart of this vibrant, historic Norfolk district which provides the ultimate backdrop for the perfect wedding experience. Offering over 68,000 square feet of space and a certified wedding planner on staff to assist you in making your wedding dreams come true. To p it all off with a stunning waterfront view, great deals on guest room blocks and opportunities galore, and you have a wedding celebration that guests will be raving about for years to come. 235 East Main Street Norfolk, Virginia 23510 757-627-4200 NorfolkWatersideMarriott.com
Photos compliments of Keith Cephus Photography 757.430.2169 - keithcephus.com
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Sterling silver charms from $25
Visit the PANDORA Shop inside our store to see our expanded collection of PANDORA Jewelry!
2165 General Booth Blvd. • Virginia Beach, VA 23454 757.430.8116 • M–F 10–6pm • Sat 10–4pm • Sun 12–4pm www.EitherOreStrawbridge.com
Photo courtesy of Hayne Photographers
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The Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront has a location
Your Happily Ever After
for every wedding occasion. From a bridal party
Starts Here
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 possiblities and we’ll take care of the rest.
To arrange a personal tour and meet with our wedding specialists, please call 757.213.2324.
On the Oceanfront at 31st Street www.hiltonvb.com
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Brides. Bridal Parties. Grooms. The perfect place to get ready for the big event. Hair. Nails. Makeup. We do it all!
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the signature grille the verandah the function lawn the dome at indian river plantation 757-721-2900 ext. 3 • www.signatureatwestneck.com sjelley@signatureatwestneck.com images provided by hayne photographers by adina and scott hayne
on the chesapeake bay in cape charles, virginia
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Celebrating 11 years of Excellence! Please call for your private appointment today
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aqua • the main pier private beach • garden gazebo the coach house golf & accommodations on site
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The Wedding Professionals aT 12 BesT square We make your dreams a reality at one convenient location…
Inspire, Design, and Plan With Us A Wedding Planning Studio for a Bride’s every need.
415 N. Military Hwy, 12 Best Square, Norfolk www.TheBridalDish.com 757.689.8082
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Unique, custom floral designs for your special day! 757.621.9155 • www.CharsFloralDesigns.com
VOTED BEST OF 2012 ~ VIRGINIA LIVING MAGAZINE VOTED 50 BEST NATIONWIDE IN 2011 ~ BRIDES MAGAZINE VOTED BEST OF 2012 ~ VIRGINIA LIVING MAGAZINE VOTED 50 BEST NATIONWIDE IN 2011Showroom ~ BRIDES MAGAZINE Personalized, Full-Service for the Bride, Groom and the Entire Bridal Party Personalized, Full-Service Showroom for the Bride, On-Premise Alterations & Custom Gown Designers Groom and the Entire Bridal Party Endless Resources from Our In-House Wedding Planning On-Premise Alterations & Custom Gown Designers Studio, Floral Designer & Photographer 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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The only bridal appointment you’ll ever have to make.
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2965 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach, VA 23452 757-498-1186 www.longjewelers.net
Casablanca Bridal
2965 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach, VA 23452 757-498-1186 | www.longjewelers.net
Julietta Maggie Sottero Mori Lee
1600-D Crossways Blvd. Chesapeake, VA 23320-2895
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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
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For over 20 years, Kim and her 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
Photo: Echard Wheeler
Kim Wadsworth
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Before The Wedding Booking several mani-pedi sessions in the months leading up to the wedding to maintain well-kept cuticles and feet should also include taking the necessary steps to keep nails strong and healthy. Garland stresses the importance of getting enough Calcium and most importantly, “staying hydrated!” She also recommends taking Biotin for hair, skin and nails, which can be found in any drugstore Other nail care essentials include a good cuticle oil like O.P.I. Avoplex Cuticle Oil to Go, ($7.95 at drugstore.com.) Garland also suggests the Crystal Nail File ($12 at sephora.com) which lasts for years, is easy to clean, and has a refined surface that expertly shapes nails, keeping snagging and peeling to a minimum. Nails are just another way to inject personality and style into your bridal look. As Garland speaks fondly of brides, she notes, “Every time I do a bride’s nails, I think about how she will look as she’s being photographed, holding her bouquet and wearing open-toed shoes. It makes me happy to think that this will be one less thing for her to worry about, with everything else going on that day.”
The American Heart Association is a proud sponsor of the
Your Hall of Fame Moment.
Sunday, February 24, 2013 Virginia Beach Convention Center Ballroom
Located in Olde Towne Portsmouth
757-393-8031 www.vshfm.com
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n 2007 the collective wedding unconscious affected three women in three different parts of the country. Inspired by a love of weddings, Janie Medley, Abby Larson, and Lela Cerff-Liso manifested their interest by creating world-renown blogs that are today, industry mainstays followed by millions of brides. Luring them away from their demanding sites for a few moments, we discovered their inspirations, career rewards, and thoughts on the future of the weddings.
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Madison Jewelers simple, elegant.
From brides to bridesmaids...
DCPG Photography
xperience the wedding of your dreams, complete with spectacular ocean views, elegant ballrooms and the personalized service you expect. DCPG Photography
Our talented staff will help you coordinate all aspects of your wedding from the initial planning stages until your big day.
We can accommodate up to 400 guests in our Ocean Grand Ballroom and adjacent, Ocean Grand Foyer. Oceanfront weddings at their best. Newly renovated in 2012.
Andi Grant Photography
Andi Grant Photography
Sheraton
Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel 3501 Atlantic Avenue 5304 Providence Road • Virginia Beach 757-200-0609 www.madison-jewelers.com
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Lela Cerff-Liso aimed to fill a void in the stationery industry,
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cosmetic procedures & treatments
Day Spa & Wig Shop We proudly offer:
massage
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Including Hot Stone & Deep Tissue
facial
Including Microdermabrasion
hair styling
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hair extensions
Ask us about our bridal party packages! 757-483-8111 • 757-650-9442 3356 Western Branch Blvd. • Chesapeake, VA 23321 www.oneononecaresalon.com
Breast Enhancement Body Sculpting Eyelid Lifts Arm Reduction Fine Lines/Wrinkles Lip Enhancement Excessive Sweating Microdermabrasion Laser Hair Removal Liposuction Facial Rejuvenation Tummy Tucks Mommy Makeovers Fat Grafting Waxing Latisse®
private bridal packages Let us host a private bridal party with customized treatments of your choice including Botox®, fillers, facials, microdermabrasion and laser hair removal.
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Associates in Plastic Surgery, Inc. 1037 First Colonial Road Virginia Beach, Va 23454 | 757.491.3535 www.associatesplasticsurgery.com omearat@associnps.com
Excellence is not an attitude. It’s a skill.
Focaccia Squares with Beef Chipotle
Hampton Roads’ Favorite Caterer
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[Discover more about Boudoir Photography. Visit www.marievioletphotography.com and www.virginiabeachboudoir.com for gift ideas, packages and session fees.]
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Our Exclusive Wedding Show Issue debuts January 2013 for the Spring and Summer season.
Providing a modern twist on traditional design To inquire about advertising and the 2013 Vow Bridal Event contact Katherine Byrd at 757.222.3945 Katherine.byrd@pilotonline.com
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2224 Virginia Beach Blvd. at Chambord Commons 757-284-9817 ShockleysSweetShoppe .blogspot.com
NEW! Bridesmaid gowns made to order by Jordan!
Bridal Consignment Boutique “Stunning gowns for savvy brides” Over 400 current styles in stock. Brand new, designer samples & once-worn gowns & accessories at incredible prices! Just off the Square at Port Warwick 185 Herman Melville Ave, Newport News • 757-595-7797 www.blushgowns. com • Consignors and Brides by appointment
We want to see your wedding photos! Upload your pictures along with some information about you, and our staff will consider them to be part of the VowBride.com
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Save the date!
The 13Th AnnuAl VOW BridAl eVenT Sunday, February 24, 2013 11:00am - 4:00pm At The Virginia Beach Convention Center Presented by
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Situated on 26 acres of lush landscaping and English Gardens, The Founders Inn and Spa is ideal for a magnificent wedding. You’ll experience the classic beauty of a traditional setting among the archways, Georgian architecture and colonial charm. It’s a spectacular setting for both indoor and outdoor photography. The refreshing, relaxing Flowering Almond Spa - where the entire bridal party can relax or just the bride and groom prior to their big day - is adjacent to the English Gardens, just a stroll away. Blending tradition and renowned friendly yet professional service, a variety of venues will suit your needs from the intimate to the extravagant.
For a wedding consultation, please call The Founders Inn and Spa at 757.366.5716 or visit us at www.FoundersInn.com 100 vowbride.com