2016 Bridal Planner - The Chronicle Of Mt. Juliet

2016 Bridal Planner, Page 1
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Cake needs solved at Short Cakes
S
hort Cakes Cakery & Café
believes your wedding should be
beautiful, unique and delicious!
Specializing in elegantly designed custom wedding cakes,
wedding
cupcakes,
groom’s
cakes, dessert bars and more, we
work within a tailored approach
to create delicious custom cakes
and desserts that will incorporate
your theme and personal taste.
Our wide variety of scratch
made baked items will help create
the one-of-a-kind wedding that
you have dreamed of.
In addition to our wide flavor
menu which stretches the palate
with unique flavor combinations,
fresh ingredients and beautiful
designs, our great customer service will put you at ease knowing
Something
Something
Something
Something
you have the right bakery making
your perfect wedding cake!
We can also provide catering or
bring our food truck for your engagement party or all day on your
special day.
We provide dessert bars or cater meals. Breakfast and lunch
are also available.
We invite you to contact us at
(615)257-0016 for a wedding tasting or a consultation to discover
how we can create a wedding presentation as unique as you!
Let our passion and creativity
help create the most memorable
day of your life!
Short Cakes Cakery & Café is
open Tuesday- Friday, 10 a.m.5 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4
p.m. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
Old - White or Not,
NEW - Round or Square,
BORROWED - Available in over 20 flavors,
BLUE - For all your guests to share!
Saying “I Do” will be as unique as you are with a wedding
cake or cupcakes from Short Cakes Cakery!
We offer a large variety of flavors, all made from scratch!
No box or pre-made cakes or frostings.
No vegetable shortenings.
No pre-made or frozen cakes.
Vegan, Dairy Free and Allergy Sensitive items available!
Thinking about a Dessert Bar? We offer a variety of desserts including:
Truffles, Cake Pops, Dessert Shots, Gourmet Cookies, Chocolate Covered
Strawberries and more!
Wedding Tastings Available! Contact us for a consultation!
4037 North Mt. Juliet Road
Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
615-257-0016
www.ShortCakesCakery.com
Experience The Mill
A
s grand or as intimate
as you would like your wedding
to be, The Mill at Lebanon provides an historic landmark setting of architectural significance
with detailed personal services.
Imagine a cozy ceremony in
the cedar-lined Loft with the soft
warm glow of over a one hundred
year old natural cedar, a more
traditional ceremony on the dramatic stairway of the expansive
Atrium with its massive cedar
columns. Still, you may prefer
a more magnificent spectacle on
the stage of Edgerton Hall. Within The Mill’s statuesque complex, you will find the place for
the ultimate wedding.
Our reception options are as
numerous as our wedding options.
We will be glad to discuss the
pricing of these venues with you
at any time. Email [email protected] or call 615443-6901.
If you have any questions, or
require additional information,
please do not hesitate to send an
email or give us a call. We look
forward to helping you plan your
“special day.”
2016 Bridal Planner, Page 3
The American Jewelry story
A
merican Jewelry Company opened their doors in 1974
to begin the journey as Mt. Juliet’s hometown jeweler.
That led to 40 years in business, and the Chamber of Commerce
Lifetime
Achievement
Award.
This journey began with husband Dwight and Billie Belew’s
interest in selling turquoise jewelry.
As their products became the
hot commodity in the mid 1970’s,
they opened their second store
on N. Mt. Juliet Road; currently
located in a small building next
to city hall.
After their business grew over
the next 30 years, the necessity
of a larger location became top
priority.
Dwight and Billie Belew had
an opportunity arise to become
the first and only family owned
business to become part of a new
development in 2006 called Providence Marketplace.
This was an opportunity for
American Jewelry Co. to grow
more than they ever dreamed
of and create new relationships
with customers that have built a
solid trust in American Jewelry.
In 2007, American Jewelry Co.
opened their doors in Providence
Marketplace with a brand new
appearance.
Billie Belew was very passionate when it came to designing
an elaborate store as she kept
the comfort of her customers in
mind.
Her aspiration for this new
store would have an inviting environment as you walk in complete with a sitting area, coffee
bar with fresh baked cookies everyday and a children’s area to
make her customers feel at home.
American Jewelry Co. also
now had the opportunity to grow
structurally, giving them the
ability to have a large showroom
of over 5,000 square feet to offer
a large selection of brand name
inventory like Michele, Pandora,
Endless, Citizen and fully serviced Pre-Owned Rolexes.
As you walk into American
Jewelry you will be greeted by a
friendly professional sales staff
that will assist you with all of
your jewelry needs.
All associates are trained
by the Gemological Institute of
America; the standard in diamond and color stones grading,
based out of California.
There is an appraiser and master jeweler on-site in the full service state of the art repair shop
which brings fast service for jewelry appraisals and repairs to be
completed in generally 3-7 business days.
Customers never have to be
concerned about their precious
jewelry leaving the store with our
repair shop on location where
American Jewelry can do anything from watch batteries, simple repairs, to casting and building a piece of jewelry from scratch
that you designed yourself.
Even though American Jewelry has built a new store with so
much to offer, they would like
everyone to know that the store
is just simply brick and mortar
without the loyalty of the surrounding middle Tennessee area.
As always American Jewelry
continues the traditions of getting involved in the community
and giving customers a chance to
connect with the store in a different kind of way.
The Mt. Juliet Animal Shelter
sponsorship by American Jewel-
ry and our customers has been
an amazing partnership.
“Building relationships with
our customers to work together
to accomplish a charitable goal is
exciting!” said Ryan Wolfenbarger, General Manager.
We recently celebrated American Jewelry’s 40th year in the
jewelry business in November!
Thank you Mt. Juliet for such
a great turn out and for your
support.
Another upcoming event will
be the arrival of our brand new
line Endless Jewelry as Wilson
County’s exclusive dealer!
There are always sales, events,
and celebrations throughout the
year.
Stop in just to visit, grab yourself a cup of hot coffee and a fresh
baked cookie while you take your
time looking around the huge
showroom.
Like the Facebook page and
follow on Pinterest to keep up to
date on all the exciting things going on in this hopping local business!
Story written by Jennifer Haden and Ryan Wolfenbarger
AMERICAN JEWELRY CO.
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All your formal wear needs at Memories
Y
our one stop shop for
your bridal dress, tuxedos and
flower girl dresses is Memories
Consignment Shop in Mt. Juliet.
With years of experience, Diane
Allmon can help you plan your big
day, even suggest other specialists
to help you with the event, including jewelers, places for the wedding
and cake makers.
“I am the best dress picker in
town,” joked Allmon.
Memories Consignment Shop
has been in their Mt. Juliet location for four years after spending
several years near the county line
in Hermitage. The move to Mt. Juliet was a blessing for Allmon who
says she is kind of a hometown
girl. She loves the community.
“Sometimes people will just
come by to say hi, even if they aren’t buying anything,” said Allmon.
Memories Consignment Shop is
located at 11318 Lebanon Road in
Mt. Juliet. They can be reached at
(615)391-4931. You can also find
them on Facebook.
11318 Lebanon Rd
615-391-4931
2016 Bridal Planner, Page 5
Lebanon’s Historic Capitol Theater
A
t the Capitol Theatre,
we have a stage for any setting.
This is a beautiful venue for
wedding ceremonies; we offer
the perfect setting for a bridal luncheon, rehearsal dinner,
wedding and reception all in one
building. Another special touch
is seeing your names in lights as
the marquee outside the building is at your disposal. Imagine
your ‘save the date’ photos with
a personalized message overhead and the red carpet to add
that dramatic backdrop for the
wedding night departure.
Our brides have used our
spaces in a variety of ways and
the loading dock makes it much
easier to set up your choices for
the big event. We have no preferred vendor list, so you can
choose your favorite suppliers
of food and décor. Remember,
the theatre has state-of-the-art
sound and lighting ensuring
your guests will not miss a moment of the event. The Capitol
Theatre (TCT) is one-of-a-kind
with its entertainment and art
deco styling, so, many brides
have not felt the need to spend
for additional decorations.
After reopening in 2013, the
Capitol’s new renovations recapture the design of the 1950’s
by lavishly draping walls with
emerald green curtain’s, utilizing midnight black railings and
rows, period specific carpeting
and an unspoiled entertainment
décor and concession stand.
Danny Proctor, an actor having
performed at the theater, comments, “The interior of the theatre is completely new, retaining … the old architecture. The
terrazzo floors were restored,
the original restroom signs,
some light fixtures, etc.; beautifully done.” Our main theatre
and our cozier upstairs space
that we call the ‘attic’ are just
two of the main staging areas to
meet all your needs. The theatre
also offers vanities in multiple
dressing areas that may accommodate the bride and groom at
opposite ends of the building; in
addition, the concession stand
can also be used for food and
beverage service if desired.
While the theater’s original
design provided capacity for
1000 guests, its current improvements make room for a
performance stage and retractable movie screen, a large dance
floor, an ultramodern video system, tiers of turned tables and
spacious,
comfortably
cushioned
chairs.
Therefore,
its auditorium now
accommodates
a relaxed
480 guests
in theater-style
seating or
250 guests
using banquet-style
seating. A
few additional
features
include
a bridal
dressing
room, back-stage green rooms,
a large holding/storage room
and TCT’s ‘Attic,’ which refers to
a welcoming space upstairs with
warmly decorated golden wood
floors, a black vaulted ceiling
with exposed beams and string
lighting, brick walls and its own
audio-visual components . The
‘Attic’ seats 50 guests and is
perfect for more intimate gatherings like the rehearsal dinner,
reception, a bridal luncheon or
even child-care for events downstairs; etc.
By offering private bookings,
movies and live entertainment,
The Capitol Theatre is a venue
with something to offer everyone.
Written by Mattew VanNus
Page 6, 2016 Bridal Planner
Transportation problems
solved with FADDS
O
Make your entertaining easy
with Providence Wine & Spirits
W
hether you’re planning a
reception for 20 or 200, you want
your wedding day to be perfect. We
can help! Planning and details are
important and Providence Wine &
Spirits offers the products and the
expertise to help you select what’s
right for you.
We begin with a private consultation. Starting with your budget, we
offer guidelines about how to select
the best mix of beverages that suit
you and your plans.
You can sample wine, spirits and
champagnes that sound right for you
and your guests. And we will help
you personalize your choices for a
memorable event.
We offer volume discounts on the
largest selection of wine, spirits and
champagne.
Our services include a dedicated
consultant and we will expertly pack
and chill your order, ready for pick
up.
We’re looking forward to working
together with you and your wedding
planner. Please call Matt or Brad at
(615) 288-2407.
n your wedding day, the
last thing you want is to be worried about your guests and bridal
party getting to the venue safely
and on time.
Often our brides have out-oftowners who don’t know their
way around town!
Or, there’s that member of the
wedding party who is directionally-challenged and can’t be counted on to be on time!
Why sweat it?
Our trolleys and VIP limo bus
provide a fun and relaxing way to
transport any and all to your big
celebration.
They have flexible booking
options that we tailor for your
unique situation, budget, and
needs, and arrive with ice in
their coolers and a safe, professional driver.
All vehicles have great sound
systems where music can be
played from any MP3 player, Ipod
or phone, as well as onboard satellite radio.
They hold from 16-35 people.
Nashville and Middle Tennessee have become hot “destination
wedding” and “destination bachelor/bachelorette” locations.
We see brides and grooms from
all over the country gewt married
here or have their bachelor and
bachelorette parties here.
Our party buses are perfect
for fun nights out before the big
day- they come with a live DJ, ice
in the coolers, safe professional
driver, onboard restroom, club
lighting and sound, and we will
get you home safely at the end of
the evening!
We work with brides and with
wedding planners daily, and can
help with logistics and just good
advice!
We are honored to have been
a part of thousands of weddings
here in Middle Tennessee and
have worked with most venues
and ceremony locations.
Check out our feedback on
Wedding Wire, where we once
again won “Couple’s Choice” for
2015! Call us at (615)754-2221
and see why so many brides
choose Nashville Wedding Trolley
and FADDS Party Buses: Your
big day is our big day too.
Nashville Wedding Trolley and
FADDS Party Buses are here for
you on your special day! From
transporting guests to and from
venues and hotels and making
sure everyone is where they need
to be on time... to fun vehicles
for your bachelorette or bachelor
party- we have you covered.
Wedding Wire rated us “Couple’s
Choice” again this year for
excellence in service and client
satisfaction! We’ve literally done
thousands of weddings and we
can help you plan what you need.
Flexible, fun and unique, we’re truly
a choice you’ll be happy you made!
Give us a call at 615-754-2221
and check us on the web at
www.nashvilleweddingtrolley.com
and www.nashvillepartybus.com
2016 Bridal Planner, Page 7
Stay on schedule when
mailing wedding invitations
I
Customize your ceremony
to give it a unique touch
I
ncorporate some custom elements into the wedding ceremony to
give it a unique flair.
Steeped in tradition, weddings
have featured many of the same components for centuries. Those about to
tie the knot may feel somewhat limited
in their ability to shape their weddings
into unique celebrations of their relationships and love for one another. Although it may not seem like there are
many opportunities to put your own
stamp on the wedding, there are plenty of ways to do just that.
When looking to personalize your
wedding ceremony, determine if there
might be anything blocking you from
doing so. For example, if yours will be
a religious ceremony, there may be
certain rites that need to be followed.
Secular ceremonies may offer more
opportunities to customize.
• Vows: Vows are one of the easiest
ways to put a personal touch on your
wedding. You can select the words
you want to exchange during the ceremony as well as any readings during
the service. Work with your officiant
to narrow down particular phrasing or
sentiments that fit with your vision of
the wedding and relationship.
• Participants: Wedding party
members fulfill certain roles during
the ceremony, but they are not limited
to those tasks alone. Consider asking wedding party members or other
friends or family members to take on
specialized roles in the wedding. They
may be able to do certain readings,
escort guests to their seats, light candles, or sing and participate in other
ways.
• Musical interludes: Choose music that connects with your personalities as a couple rather than selecting
standard songs merely because they
are the easier route. Work with the organist or other musicians and request
that they perform or play musical
pieces that you enjoy.
• Candle lighting: Many couples
like to incorporate candle-lighting
components to their ceremonies.
Lighting unity candles blends two
families together into one in a symbolic way. Other couples choose different
traditions, such as mixing two different-colored sands in a new vessel, to
represent the joining of two lives together. You can consider these types
of additions for your wedding ceremony or come up with your own unique
tradition.
Impart a special touch to a wedding
ceremony in any number of ways. Doing so will help set this special day
apart in the minds of guests and make
it even more memorable to look back
on as a couple.
nvitations are a vital component of wedding planning. In addition
to informing guests about the details
of the ceremony and reception, wedding invitations convey the tone and
style of the day.
While there are no rules governing
wedding invitations, there are some
ways for couples to ensure they stay
on schedule when mailing invitations.
• Order invitations early. Couples
can start to consider their invitation
options once the wedding date and
venue have been chosen. The wedding
stationery industry has changed a lot
over the years. Couples can now order
invitations from local retailers, use online printers, or design and print their
own invitations from home. Invitations should be worded carefully and
proofed several times before printing,
so expect the process to take a couple
of weeks from start to finish. Plan for
this time so you will have the invitations ready for mailing roughly three
months before your wedding day. Always remember to order extra invitations so you have spares in case you
make a mistake or make last-minute
additions to your guest list.
• Get organized before mailing.
Start preparing invitations about a
month before you plan to ship them,
as this gives you ample time to write
envelopes so you do not have to write
them all on the same day. Keep the
guest list handy and double-check the
spelling of names and the addresses. Traditional etiquette suggests addresses should be handwritten, but
computer-produced calligraphy on
envelopes is now just as acceptable.
Avoid printed labels. Be sure to have
the complete invitation weighed at the
post office so you will know exactly
how much postage is required. Purchase stamps for both the invitation
and the response cards.
• Coordinate mailing time and RSVP
deadlines. Mail invitations roughly
eight weeks before the wedding. This
gives guests time to make room in
their schedules and arrange for travel,
if necessary. Set the response date for
three weeks before the wedding date
so guests will have the time to make a
decision and mail back the response.
• Don’t let responses linger. Check off
who is coming and who cannot make
it as you receive each response. This
way you’ll know just how many responses are still outstanding and you
can follow up if necessary.
Banquet facilities available.
Please give us a call!
754 -7548
All types of catering,
large or small.
4066B N. Mt. Juliet Rd
www.courtneysmt.juliet.com
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Honeymoon planning made easy
W
eddings are one-of-a-kind
occasions. Weddings also tend to
be stressful, even for the most laidback people. But a honeymoon gives
the couple a chance to enjoy uninterrupted moments together and
serves as a way to recuperate from
the months and sometimes years of
wedding planning.
Honeymoons are a beloved wedding tradition, and some couples
even combine their weddings and
honeymoons by opting for a destination wedding. Because the honeymoon should be a way to unwind on
a dream vacation, booking the honeymoon and setting an itinerary should
not add to the pressure of planning,
and the following tips should make
planning a honeymoon a snap.
* Research your destination. Learn
all you can about a destination before
booking your honeymoon. Study the
weather for the time of year you will
be on your honeymoon, and learn
about currency exchange, local rules
and regulations and other pertinent
factors to determine the best places
to visit. You do not want to be met
with surprises that might compromise your trip upon arriving to your
honeymoon destination.
* Book well in advance. The sooner you choose your destination, the
faster you can begin the process of
applying for passports, visas or other
necessary documents. Booking early
also guarantees you better seats on
the flight and the ability to negotiate
pricing.
* Give yourself a full day between
the wedding and embarking on your
trip. Scenes of couples being whisked
away to the airport right after the reception dwindles down are commonplace. But that doesn’t mean you need
to leave right after the final dance. Allow some breathing room to pack, deposit wedding gifts, return tuxedoes,
and tackle any other post-wedding
tasks. Save the romantic “first night”
as a couple for the honeymoon and
enjoy a well-deserved night’s sleep.
* Purchase travel insurance. One
way to alleviate the stress of planning
a wedding is to ensure your honeymoon investment is protected in the
event of bad weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Travel insurance is a safety net that can come in
handy. Speak with a travel agent or
insurance agent about how to secure
travel insurance for the honeymoon.
* Pack light. Don’t burden yourself
down with a lot of belongings. Chances are you’ll pick up new things and
mementos on the trip, and packing
light makes traversing airports that
much easier.
Organization tips for couples
planning a wedding
C
ouples planning a wedding can
utilize a tablet, laptop
or notebook to keep
track of all the details.
Couples
planning
a wedding quickly realize just how challenging a task that
planning can be. From
paring down the guest
list to arranging the
music to choosing a menu for the
reception, couples must make
several decisions when planning
their big days.
Staying organized when planning a wedding is no small task,
as the planning can be spread out
over several months or even more
than a year, making it difficult
to keep track of what’s has and
hasn’t been done. The following
are a few organization tips that
should help couples keep on track
when planning a wedding.
* Write things down. Whether you write things down the
old-fashioned way in a notebook
or jot down notes in a tablet, write
down your plans as you go. Write
down important phone numbers,
vendor information and all the
other details you’ll want instant
access to. It’s important that such
notes are taken in something
that’s portable, allowing you to
jot down notes immediately as opposed to forcing you to remember
until you arrive home.
* Create a to-do list. A to-do
list is another great way to stay
organized when planning your
wedding. As you make certain decisions, simply strike those tasks
from the list. This way you will
know which tasks you’ve polished
off and which ones you still need
to work on.
* Create a wedding calendar.
Keep a calendar devoted specifically to the wedding. Include
appointments with vendors and
information regarding payment
schedules and other deadlines on
this calendar. If you set any deadlines for yourself, such as when
you prefer to choose a band for
the reception, jot these deadlines
down on the wedding calendar as
well.
* Take a digital camera along
when shopping for your wedding.
Many couples want to explore
their options before making any
decisions with regard to attire,
floral bouquets and other aspects
of the wedding. But it can be difficult to remember all of the things
you might have seen throughout the process. Bring a digital
camera along when shopping so
you won’t have to rely strictly on
memory when making your final
decisions. As you take pictures,
upload them to your computer so
when the time comes to make a
decision, those photos are easily
accessible.
* Delegate certain tasks. Even
couples that consider themselves
taskmasters can benefit from delegating some tasks when planning a wedding. This can save you
some time and make it easier to
keep track of everything. When
delegating, ask friends or family
to handle those tasks that don’t
require a personal touch. For example, ask a best man or maid of
honor to arrange for guest transportation to and from the airport.
It’s not too much responsibility,
but it’s one less thing for busy
couples to worry about.
Extravagant Flowers
for an
Extraordinary Day
615-889-2534 | www.basketofflowerstn.net
4211 Lebanon Pike • Hermitage, TN 37076
2016 Bridal Planner, Page 9
Wedding advice: Be open to ideas and expertise
W
ell-intended
advice
could be an asset when planning
a wedding.
Once you announce your plans
to get married, there’s a good
chance that people close to you
will be ready and willing to dispense their share of advice. Some
words of wisdom will be priceless, while others you can store
away for another day.
When polling married couples,
you will likely find they would
change “this” or “that” about their
weddings if given the chance to
do it all over again. Here is some
advice that you can choose to follow for your wedding day.
Tip #1: Trust your vendors
Couples often have unique
ideas for their wedding day. It
may seem tempting to spell out
what you want in minute detail
and insist on wedding vendors
carrying out your wishes to a T.
But the smarter idea may be to
give vendors a little more free
reign -- after all, they are the professionals.
“I had a vision in my head of
what I wanted my centerpieces to
look like,” offers Jean M., Connecticut. “I gave the florist my
suggestions and the ‘feel’ of what
I was trying to create, but ultimately Ileft the finished product
up to her. When I walked into the
reception hall and saw my centerpiece baskets overflowing with
fall-hued flowers, berries and
twinkling candles, I was so excited I had left it up to the expert.”
When deciding on particular
aspects of the wedding, you can
give your general ideas, but leave
the finished product to the professionals. Don’t list every song
you want the deejay to play or
micromanage all of the poses the
photographer should take. After
all, experienced pros have likely
done this dozens of times in the
past and could produce results
you never dreamed possible.
Tip #2: Scale down
Unless you are planning on auditioning for the show “Over-theTop Weddings,” it might pay to
make your wedding more about
being personal and less about
wowing the crowd with special
effects and expensive treats. It’s
easy to be lured into extra dinner courses or be persuaded to
release doves at the ceremony,
but will these extras impact your
relationship or the life you will be
building together?
“If Ihad to do it all again, I
would skip the dessert bar I had
at my wedding,” says Alice C.,
Ohio. “The spread of pies, pastries, cookies, and chocolates
certainly looked impressive, but
it cost me a small fortune. Also,
people filled up on the dessert
bar so much, they no longer had
room to taste my special-ordered
wedding cake.”
Tip #3: Don’t overextend
Your wedding will hopefully be a once-in-a-lifetime event.
Therefore, couples often plan to
spend a good deal of money to
ensure their special day is perfect. Weddings are still viewed as
a high-priority expense and most
couples save for a long period of
time despite sluggish consumer
spending reports. According to
the market research and analysis
firm IBISWorld, nearly 60 percent of couples go over their budgets when getting married. Some
do so at the risk of being in debt
afterward.
“It can be easy to get carried
away in wedding spending,”
shares Deirdre H., Michigan. “I
went way over budget when getting my wedding gown and a few
other components of my wedding.
My husband and I struggled the
first year of our marriage trying to fix our finances and battling a bad case of money-related
stress.”
Try to stick to a budget as
much as possible so that you can
enjoy yourself not only on the
wedding day, but also long after
the honeymoon has ended.
Tip #4: Keep it in the family
Selecting members of your
wedding party can be challenging because there may be so
many special people in your lives
right now that you want to honor. Choosing a best man and a
maid/matron of honor is a large
responsibility because these people stand out in the wedding.
Although couples struggle with
their choices and want to please
everyone, your safest bet is to
choose a family member.
“I ended up choosing my best
friend over my sister as maid of
honor,” says Clara T., Arizona.
“Although we were very close at
the time, we’ve since grown apart
due to work relocation. My sister
and I, however, talk and hang out
frequently. I regret not having
asked my sister to be my maid
of honor, considering hers is a
friendship I know will last a long
time.”
Unless you don’t have close
family members or your relationship with your siblings or cousins is strained, choose a family
member to serve as best man or
maid of honor.
It is easy to be overwhelmed
when planning a wedding, and
couples can expect to be bom-
barded with advice. However, it
could pay to heed the advice of
couples who have already lived
and learned from their wedding
choices.
Simple,
Honest,
Natural Design
615-268-1581 | By Appointment Only
greenfinchfloral.com
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Customize your dream
wedding with Elliott Events
T
iffanie Elliott always knew
she wanted to be a planner. What
took a little longer was realizing that
she wanted to be a wedding planner.
For the longest time, she wanted to be a corporate planner, live in
New York City, and live that style of
life. However, when she did an internship with a wedding planner in
college, she learned how much she
loved doing weddings.
Now in her sixth full year, Tiffanie owns Elliott Events, based
in Mt. Juliet. Elliott Events does
around 15 weddings per year and
can do weddings pretty much anywhere they are asked.
Whether they are expecting 50
guests or 1,000, Elliott Events will
create a memorable experience that
friends and family will be talking
about for years to come. Their job
is to create a stress-free, fun environment where you don’t have to
do anything but show up and enjoy your special day. Although they
specialize in weddings, they are ex-
perienced at planning a wide variety of other events as well, including birthdays, baby showers, proms,
corporate parties, charity events
and more”
The luxury style at Elliott Events
really stands out in contrast to some
of their competitors but don’t be
fooled, everything they do is based
off of what their clients want.
Elliott Events is truly unparalleled in the wedding industry because they are untraditional. In
their terms, they like to think of
themselves as the fairy godmother
of weddings – you tell them exactly what you want and your wish is
their command. They really believe
that every event should be unique,
reflecting the couple and their individual desires and personalities.
Plan your wedding with Elliott
Events today! They are located at
4004 Affirmed Drive , Mt. Juliet
TN 37122, they can be reached by
phone at (615)485-2193 or on their
website at elliottevents.com.
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Choose the perfect pairing at Mt. Juliet Wine and Spirits
A
champagne toast. A
fine scotch shared between father and son. A custom bourbon
bar for the reception. The perfect wine to complement your
exquisite menu. These are the
parts of your big day that will be
remembered for years to come.
The friendly and knowledgeable staff at Mt. Juliet Wine and
Spirits know the importance of
your special day, and can offer
the expert advice and information you need to make the perfect selection of wine and spirits to serve to your friends and
loved-ones. From brainstorming
signature cocktail ideas to how
much you should plan to serve
during cocktail hour and the reception, we can help ensure you
have enough to keep your guests
happy.
When it comes to wedding-day
wine and spirits, we are your
key to finding delicious options
that will fit your budget and
keep your guests’ glasses full.
Our staff researches our wine
and spirit offerings and can offer custom tasting notes for your
bar or staff to share with guests.
From reds and whites to bubbles
and bourbon, the possibilities
are endless. We can also have
your wines chilled at pick-up or
delivery per your specifications.
Grooms are no longer just along
for the ride, we can even special
order high gravity beer kegs and
hand-pick bourbons, whiskeys,
and scotches to cater to your
tastes for your special day.
Want your family and friends
input? Plan a wine tasting for
your bridal shower. Whatever
your price range, they can help
you find just the right beverages
to serve to pop the cork on your
celebration. Don’t forget bridal
showers, announcement parties,
bachelor and bachelorette parties.
The city of Mt. Juliet’s very
first fine wine and spirits store,
Mt. Juliet Wine and Spirits is a
warm and unique place of never-ending conversation.
The
weekly tastings every Friday
night from 4 to 8pm offer a social atmosphere where you can
learn the history, origin, and
notes of the world’s finest wines,
spirits, and high gravity beers.
More importantly, the tastings
can help you decide on what
kinds of wine and spirits you enjoy and would like to feature on
your special day.
If you already have a special
beverage in mind that is not
available, they will special order
it for you. They even offer quantity discounts for weddings. Call
or stop by to schedule a consultation with our staff where can
discuss needs, wants, and budget. We aim to please and make
this part of your wedding plans
as easy as possible.
Not your average wine and
spirits store, Mt. Juliet Wine and
Spirits offers high-level knowl-
edge, class, and most importantly, the finest quality wines and
spirits. Our staff attends tastings all over the region to ensure
the store offers the highest quality wines and spirits available
today. Let them help you make
your wedding day exactly how
you always pictured it to be.
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Aqua Bella is helping How to approach music
you reach your dreams on your wedding day
S
M
o you said “Yes!” Congratulations! You’ve set the date and now
it’s time to get started with all of the
exciting planning. Let Aqua Bella Day
Spa and Hair Studio help you. It’s
never too early to start preparing you
for your big day.
If you planned to tone up for your
wedding, would you hit the gym for a
single five-hour session before the big
day? To shed 10 pounds for bikini
season, would you diet for a day and
expect to look great? The answer to
both, of course, is a resounding “No”.
Likewise, when you want to get
your skin or body glowing and rejuvenated, an annual marathon spa
day certainly won’t result in the same
long-term benefits as monthly visits to
the esthetician or massage therapist.
When you call to book your day
with us, remember this is your day
and be sure to ask all the questions
you have so that we are prepared for
all your needs too! For instance, will
you be wearing anything in your hair,
veil, flowers, and extensions and bring
these items with you. Let us know
your likes and dislikes as well. We
also can help your groom get ready for
his big day as well with a facial, pedicure, manicure and massage!
Remember to take a deep breath
and enjoy this experience! After all
this is your Wedding Day!
So, schedule a complimentary
consultation with our Wedding Spa
Planner today to get you ready for
your BIG Wedding Day!
We can’t wait to help you get ready
for one of your biggest days of your
life!
usic often plays an important role on festive occasions,
and wedding days are no exception.
The right music can make a wedding day that much more meaningful, while the wrong music can
make a couple’s big event memorable for all the wrong reasons.
Though music selection might
seem like one of the easier decisions couples must make, those
about to tie the knot typically must
make a host of music-related decisions regarding their wedding day,
including whether to choose a live
band or a deejay to perform at their
wedding receptions. While the reception is when music might be
most on display, couples planning
their weddings must think beyond
the reception when setting the musical tones for their weddings.
The ceremony itself often sets
the tone for a couple’s wedding
day. A beach wedding, for example, often creates a laid back atmosphere, while a ceremony held in a
large church or temple often sets
a more formal tone. Music played
during the ceremony also goes a
long way toward setting the tone
couples hope to establish.
When choosing music for the
ceremony, couples should first
consider the venue where they
are tying the knot. Some, such as
houses of worship, may have rules
pertaining to what can and cannot
be played inside the venue. Classical, hymnal or processional music often makes the best fit when
weddings are taking place in more
formal venues. Outdoor weddings
tend to give couples more leeway.
But in general couples don’t want
to choose any music that’s too loud
or over-the-top for their ceremonies.
Keep in mind that while the music played during the ceremony can
set the tone for the day, this music
can vary significantly from the music played during the reception. A
favorite performer may not be appropriate during the ceremony, but
that doesn’t mean the couple can’t
dance to that artist’s music during
the reception.
Live musicians can add a more
elegant feel to the ceremony, but
such performers also can be costly. Playing prerecorded music may
not be as elegant as having a live
performer, but it can cost a lot less
and still make for an enjoyable day
and evening.
Many couples prefer deejays to
live bands for their wedding receptions. Deejays can play favorite
songs as couples and their guests
know them, while bands can only
play their own renditions of those
songs.
Another thing to consider when
choosing between a deejay or live
band for the reception is the venue itself. Some venues are smaller
and unable to accommodate a full
band, while others may not have
ideal acoustics, making it difficult
for a live band to sound as good as
they might in a more music-friendly environment.
The formality of the event should
also come into consideration when
choosing between a live band or a
deejay for the reception. Deejays
spinning the latest top 40 hits may
stick out like sore thumbs at especially formal weddings, while a
classical orchestra likely won’t fit
into the laid back theme of a beach
or destination wedding.
Couples tying the knot outdoors
may need to consider equipment
when choosing bands or deejays
to play their weddings. For example, some venues do not provide
equipment, such as microphones
and speaker systems, to couples
for their ceremonies. Renting such
equipment can be costly, but couples can often skirt such charges by
hiring deejays or bands who lend
couples their equipment during the
ceremony. Deejays or bands who
will loan and set up the necessary
sound equipment for outdoor ceremonies merit extra consideration.
When discussing music to be
played during the reception, couples must consider their own musical tastes as well as those of their
guests. A wide range of popular
music tends to go best at wedding
receptions, as guests are more
likely to dance to songs they recognize. Avoid any music that has the
potential to offend guests, opting
for lighter, happier tunes instead.
Whether hiring a band or deejay,
couples should make a list of noplay songs or artists and make
sure that such lists are included in
their contracts.
Music plays an important role
on couples’ wedding days.
Achieve your wedding
tan with South Beach
S
outh Beach Tanning Company (formerly TropiTANa) first
opened in November 2006. We
have 5 Levels of tanning, a Norvell
Auto-Revolution Sunless Spray
tan booth and also offer Custom
Sunless Airbrush Tanning. South
Beach Tanning Company (SBTC) –
Mt Juliet is locally owned and operated by Mt. Juliet residents Alex
& Michele Friedrichsen. SBTC has
the best equipment and best prices
in Wilson County. Monthly memberships for tanning start at only
$9.99 and Sunless memberships
start at just $48.88. Being part of
the South Beach Tanning Family,
members are able to visit any of
our current (and growing) 45 locations nationwide.
Inspired by the art deco look of
South Beach Miami and accented
with bright colors, the result is a
unique salon with a South Beach
Chic appeal. Just like the hottest
clubs, customers say South Beach
Tanning Company has become the
place for tanning. From the moment you walk through the door,
you will know this is not your ordinary salon.
The South Beach Difference? –
Providing our customers with an
experience that exceeds their expectations and delivers exceptional results, a beautiful tan & energized spirit. And the South Beach
Staff…guaranteed to make each of
your visits an incredible tanning
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Whether it is our air-conditioned
Premium Beds, our exclusive High
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can rest assured at South Beach
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only the best equipment available
on the market today!
South Beach Tanning Company
is located in the Adams Lane Plaza
Mall along with Margarita House
and Aqua Bella Day Spa & Hair
Studio, behind Cracker Barrel. We
are here Monday – Thursday 9-9,
Friday & Saturday 9-8 and Sunday
Noon-7. Visit our Facebook page
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free to call us at (615)773-8470!
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Beloved Formals, Elegance
at an Affordable Price!
B
eloved Formals has identified and developed a niche for all
brides in Tennessee by offering high
quality formal wear at very affordable
prices. Our staff’s attention to detail
and exceptional customer service
guarantees the success of the store. Beloved Formal’s greatest success
was the realization that a professional on-site alterations person would
complement the business and the
services that Beloved Formals is offering. An on-site alterations professional can show and demonstrate the
creativity that can be done to a dress.
Beloved Formals searched and
tried various alterations people over
the years, but none could consistently meet their strict requirements.
Staff of Beloved Formals heard of a
woman named Polly Cowan, who
is well known for her alterations on
pageant dresses. Polly has altered
dresses for 14 Miss Tennessee / Miss
USA winners over the past 20 years.
Having Polly’s expertise for fit has
proved invaluable.
Beloved Formals can save you
50% to 80% and make you look
great! Since 2014 Beloved Formals
has been providing Nashville brides
with fantastic name brand wedding
gowns at lower prices! We know
finding that wedding gown of your
dreams can be difficult. Our personable bridal consultants understand
this and will work diligently to find
that perfect wedding dress that suits
your taste, fashion, and style…and
still stay within your budget.
We will provide the latest bridesmaid dresses for the entire wedding
party, no matter how conservative or
abstract your tastes may be. Whether you are looking for something
trendy and elegant, short and sassy,
or traditional and formal we have you
covered. Let us help you match your
bridesmaid dress to your tuxedo colors too!
Beloved Formals offer tuxedo rentals for children and adults. Tuxedo
prices start at $69.99 and up. Basic
tuxedo attire includes black coat,
black pleated pants, white dress
shirt, black cummerbund, and black
bow tie. We can also provide shoes
and other tuxedo accessories. Rentals must be paid in full by the wedding date in order for offer to be valid.
Adult or children’s tuxedos (outside
of product line) do not count toward
the totals for free rentals. Free tuxedo
rentals must be used at same event.
Finding a hotel for
your out-of-town guests
W
edding planning can seem
overwhelming at times, but couples
also tend to have a lot of fun when
making preparations for their big
day. Whether it’s sampling various
cuisines for their wedding reception
or researching potential honeymoon
destinations, couples have much to
look forward to as they delve deeper
into their wedding planning.
One of the more enjoyable aspects
of wedding planning is finding lodging for out-of-town guests. Hotels
come in all shapes and sizes, and
visiting various hotels and seeing
what each has to offer can be fun.
As couples set out to find lodging for
their out-of-town guests, the following factors should be taken into consideration.
Location
bears
considerable
weight when choosing a hotel for
your out-of-town wedding guests. If
you are tying the knot in a large city,
guests are less likely to rent cars
for the weekend, so look for a hotel
with access to restaurants and other attractions your guests can enjoy
while they are in town. If your ceremony and reception are in a more
remote location, then try to find a
hotel that’s nearby so guests do not
spend the bulk of their time behind
the wheel while they are in town. If
you simply can’t find a hotel that’s
close to your ceremony and reception locations, then arrange for bus
transportation so guests can get to
and from the reception safely and
soundly.
Out-of-town guests will have
more free time on their hands than
the bride- and groom-to-be, so consider the amenities each hotel you
visit has to offer. On-site exercise facilities, pools and outdoor lounge areas all can help guests fill the hours
before the wedding and enjoy some
rest and relaxation.
Like location, cost is a significant
consideration when choosing a hotel
for your out-of-town guests. Whether such guests are driving or flying
in, the cost of travel is already hitting them in the pocketbook, so finding hotels that offer budget-friendly
rates for wedding parties should be
a priority.
Finding a hotel for out-of-town
wedding guests is an enjoyable element of wedding planning. Couples
should consider a host of factors before making their final decisions.
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