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Bel-Aire
Bridal Guide
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The Bel-Aire family would like to personally
congratulate and welcome you as a
Bel-Aire Bride!
We hope that your experience here is one
that you will cherish for years to come. We
are here to help you every step of the way,
so please don’t hesitate to contact us at
anytime.
Every girl deserves a Bel-Aire wedding!
Enjoy every minute and again,
congratulations!
The Bel-Aire Family
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The Bel-Aire Conference Center sales
staff is ready to be your one stop shop
for all your wedding needs. We will
walk you through planning your
wedding from beginning to end.
Start with your engagement party on
our Terrace or in Victor’s Restaurant.
Our Chef can create a menu to tempt
your palate.
We can assist with centerpieces, chair
covers, linens, menu selections, etc.
Specialty services include chocolate
fountain, ice sculptures, valet parking
and so much more. We will be with you
every step of the way.
The day of the reception you will find
our coordinators there to greet your
guests and ensure your day is perfect!
We can assist with guest sleeping room
accommodations and rehearsal
dinners; we will tailor your day to
your specific needs. We look forward
to showing you the Bel-Aire is
your classic choice.
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2800 West 8th Street; Erie Pa, 16505
814-833-1116 | www.belaireclarion.com
ERIE’S CLASSIC CHOICE
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Reception Planning
Time Line
10-12 MONTHS—BOOK YOUR VENUE Schedule a time to come in and
meet with one of our professional event planners on site to tour the property
and go over available packages. Ask if you can schedule for a day that there is a
wedding so you can see the full ambience of the day.
6 MONTHS—TASTE TEST Usually around this time your event planner will
touch base with you to get your taste test on the books. At this time you should
know what package you are going with as well as any upgrades that you would
like to include. You are allowed to have up to 4 other guests attend the taste
test with you and your groom.
At the taste test, your event planner will have a packet of questions to fill out
that will help to shape the timeline and details for the day. A payment schedule
will be issued to you following this meeting.
2 WEEKS PRIOR— A preliminary guest count will be due as well as any last
minute changes that you would like to make. Contracts are distributed to the
hotel managers and arrangements are made for staffing and food orders at this
time.
1 WEEK PRIOR— Your final guest count and room diagram are due the
Monday prior to the wedding date. In the next following days we also
encourage you to stop by to drop off and decorations, gift bags, etc. Your event
planner will also schedule a meeting with you and the banquet manager to go
over the details one final time before the big day.
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Plan your Special Event aboard the Victorian Princess!
Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Graduation Celebrations, Reunions, and Corporate Events
Our staff’s dedicated to making your event special,
successful and memorable
Contact Linda Lecce, cruise director 814-459-9696
Or Email: [email protected]
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Dawn Contrucci
814-397-5656
[email protected]
Bridal makeup, skincare...and much more!
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3441 PEACH STREET, SUITE B
ERIE, PA 16508
814.866.6462
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Hair Cuts/Color
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Pedicures
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Waxing
Gel Manicures
Formal Up-Dos
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Photography
For most Brides, finding a wedding photographer to capture your every
move on your big day is high priority. The wedding photographer should be at
the top of your list after you book your venue and ceremony location, as
photographers book up quickly. As a Bel-Aire Bride, we suggest you book your
photographer at least 10-12 months out from the wedding day. It is important
when looking into choosing your photographer, that you ask the right questions.
 First you need to find out the photographers style. Do they
shoot posed, candid, or both? Do they provide black and
white, sepia or any other color effects in the editing process?
Do they accept input from you on certain shots; can you give
them a shot list?
 While meeting with the photographer, you should ask to see
examples of their work as well as a final album that has been
done from a previous wedding. Ask yourself, do I like their
style; is this person someone I will work well with?
 Last, you should ask about the rights for pictures. Are you
able to purchase them, are they included or not for sale at all.
Need some ideas on where to have your wedding photos taken? Below are a
few hot spots that the Bel-Aire suggests:
Presque Isle
Erie Art Museum
Frontier Park
Dobbins Landing
Golf Courses
Waldameer Park
Open Fields
Modern Tool Building
Vineyards
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"If you want to ensure
your wedding is the party
of the year and want
somebody to fully trust,
there is no other choice
but DJ Shawn Steele &
Memories in Motion. We
couldn't have been more
satisfied, impressed, and
thankful for everything
they did. The compliments
we got about our DJ was
overwhelming. We have
been to several weddings
and experienced many
DJ's but nothing compared to DJ Shawn
Steele. The price is more
than reasonable and they
guarantee to meet all of
your requests to make
your wedding a night to
remember!"
-Kelle and Matthew
Schutz
June 21st, 2014
Platinum Wedding
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DJShawnSteele.Com
[email protected]
814.455.3972
Entertainment
When looking into booking the DJ for your big day, Bel-Aire Brides should be
well prepared. A Bel-Aire Bride should begin looking into finding the perfect
musical match for her big day about 10-12 months out from the wedding date.
Once you have narrowed your search down, there are a few questions you
should ask before you make your final decision.
 Ask about the DJ’s overall presentation, for example: how will
the handle the introductions, cake cutting, and first dance, etc.
You need to be completely comfortable with the DJ’s
personality and specific style throughout the evening.
 As for the night of the wedding, ask the DJ what he/she will be
wearing, if they will require a meal the night of the wedding,
and if any special tables or linens will need to be provided by
the venue.
 Most DJ’s come with a wide variety of songs to choose from
and plenty of equipment to project it through. It is a good
idea to ask how large their selection of music is and to find
out how much equipment they have to make sure it will be
compatible with your venue.
 Be sure to ask your DJ if they offer any special lighting such as
uplighting or monograms. If you add in any extra lighting be
sure to speak with your DJ and venue to make sure you have
enough to make the desired impact.
 Lastly, you need to discuss a timeline with your DJ. They need
to know what your vision is for the night as far as when you
would like to cut your cake, and when you will toss the
bouquet. Be sure all of your vendors have the same timeline.
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Barnes
Limo
Phone: (814) 449-0274
WWW.DJBARNES.COM
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Walten Point
Productions
PROFESSIONAL DJ SERVICE
CREATIVE LIGHTING
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Yorktown Centre
2501 W 12th St, Erie, PA
16505
(814) 838-6990
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Wedding Cake
Your wedding cake is the centerpiece of your reception. It also plays the lead in
one of the longest running wedding traditions, the cutting of the cake. The
decision may take a while, as a Bel-Aire Bride we suggest that you give yourself
plenty of time to test as many cakes and bakers as possible. The final decision
should be made between 6-12 months out from the wedding. Below are some
key questions to keep in mind when meeting with the bakers.
 First, you need to decide if you are planning to have a
traditional cake. There are so many options available now
spanning from cupcakes, to individual cakes at each table, and
even a fake display cake with sheet cakes to cut and
distribute.
 Ask your baker if they customize wedding cakes? Will they
meet the needs that you have in order to encompass your
vision for your cake?
 Taste Test! Do they make the flavors and fillings that you
want?
 How many cakes do they do on each day? How far in advance
will they begin to prepare your wedding cake?
 How are the cakes priced? Do they include the top tier in the
price? Are there any delivery fees and will they deliver to the
venue?
Also keep in mind, when purchasing your cake topper you should remember that
it needs to sit on the top of the cake for a long period of time. Don’t buy
anything that is too heavy or tall that could become cumbersome after a while.
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The
Custom Cakes For All Occasions
• Traditional Buttercream
Cakery
• Fondant Icing • 3-D
Formerly Cakes By Joyce & Peggy
Grooms Cakes • Cupcake Displays
• Topsy Turvy Designs
Open Tues - Fri 12-5 • Sat 9-3
24 W. Main St., Fredonia • 672-4294
thecakeryfredonia.com
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Erie Ice
Works
WWW.ERIECEWORKS.COM
P: 814.449.8584 | P: 814.796.7231
EMAIL: [email protected]
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Here today gone tomorrow, Pointe Foure carries unique vintage
wedding dresses that will make you take a step back in time!
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www.pointefoure.com
The Dress
Choosing a wedding dress is probably one of the most important aspects of
your big day, aside from choosing the right groom of course! From the moment
your ring is on your finger, you are thinking about what kind of dress you will
wear and what it should look like. As a Bel-Aire Bride we already know you will
be an absolutely beautiful bride and in order to get the dress of your dreams
that will make you feel like a princess, you should consider the following.
 Before you step foot into a bridal salon, do your research. It
can be very overwhelming when you start looking and it is
very beneficial to have some knowledge about dresses, the
styles they come in, the different types of fabrics and colors
that are offered and what you are personally interested in.
 When you begin to look it is a good idea to try on what you
have envisioned as far as a silhouette, but keep and open
mind. Sometimes you go in with one vision and come out
with the complete opposite. You only take part in this process
once, so try all styles and silhouettes.
 Finally, before you start your big shopping adventure, know
your budget! It is easy to get wrapped up in the excitement
and to lose sight of what you have planned.
Keep in mind while searching for your dream dress that you will need to decide
on your bridal party’s attire, as well as the Groom and groomsmen. While you
are in the bridal shops, ask what they have to offer for the rest of your party.
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Erie Chair Covers
*Free set up and
sashes with every
order over 50
*Over 30 colors to
choose from
www.eriechaircovers.com
[email protected]
FB- Erie Chair Covers
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(866)725-8339
Mention this ad to receive $25 off your next booking.
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Transportation
One of the most surprisingly important, and often overlooked, parts of your
wedding day is your transportation. Arriving not only in style, but on time
throughout the day, will make things much smoother for all involved. We
suggest to all of our Bel-Aire Brides that they book their transportation at least
six months in advance. Below are some key points for booking transportation.
 Think outside the box. Does your wedding have a specific
theme that an unusual mode of transportation would fit well
with? Are you having a vintage wedding and your parents
have a classic car you can borrow? The sky is the limit with
your mode of transportation.
 If you go with a different mode of transportation, don't forget
about your bridal party! Renting a limo or bus may still be
needed to get them to and from photo locations.
 When renting a vehicle, be sure to ask if the drivers tip is
included in the rental rate. Also, ask if there are overtime fees
in case things run a little later than expected.
 Don’t forget about your guests! If you have a large amount of
out of town guests consider renting transportation for them
from the hotel to the ceremony, reception and back to the
hotel. This will allow your guests to be able to relax a little
more and have fun without the stress of navigating directions
in a town they aren’t familiar with.
Note: If you are getting married between April and June, you may want to look
into booking your transportation a little further in advance. This timeframe is
when most schools host their proms and transportation companies tend to
book up a lot quicker during this timeframe.
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Getting Married?
I will officiate your
ceremony at the location of
your choice. I like to meet
with the couple and develop the
ceremony to reflect their relationship and the
type of wedding they envision. My goal is for
a stress-free wedding - just the way you want
it - where you want it.
Barbara Brown -Licenced Wedding Officiant
[email protected]
814.397.3916
www.becomingoneweddings.net
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Weddings at Panache
“Get Glowing” …
Your countdown to
“I DO”
Panache
Complimentary Skin Care Analysis
 Meet with one of our licensed estheticians to evaluate your skin and
determine a personalized beauty regimen.
 It takes time and patience to cultivate that blemish free and get the skin you
want for your wedding day.
 Get all the skin care “To-Do’s” before saying “I Do”
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WEDDINGS - SPA PARTIES -GROUPS
Accommodations Include:
Locker/Changing Areas
Relaxation Lounge
Panache Café
Catering
Special Event Coordinator
2501 West 12th Street Erie, PA 16505 / 814.838.3333 / www.panacheerie.com
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Allburn Florist
- your Erie, PA wedding florist offers a wide selection of bridal bouquets,
wedding ceremony flowers, floral cake decorations,
& centerpieces to fit any budget
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Floral Designers
Booking a knowledgeable and trustworthy florist for your wedding is crucial.
The flowers at your wedding set the tone for the atmosphere you are trying to
accomplish. As a Bel-Aire Bride, we suggest you finalize the decision of who
your florist will be 6-9 months out from the big day. Below are a few questions
to ask your florist.
 Do you have a specific style that you are looking to achieve for
your wedding and will the florist be able to properly execute?
Have they ever done something similar that they have photos
of?
 How many weddings do they usually do in one day? Will they
be able to deliver the flowers to each location day of?
 Does the florist offer any rental items, such as vases, potted
plants, arches, candelabras, etc. that could help you enhance
your reception venue or church?
 Are your flowers of choice in season? If not can they get them
in? What is the difference in pricing for flowers that are out of
season? Can they offer any alternatives?
People that you should consider when ordering your flowers:
Bride
Bridesmaids
Groom
Groomsmen
Fathers
Mothers
Grandparents
God Parents
Ring Bearer
Flower Girl
Readers
Ushers
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with Uncle Pete
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Nautilus
Sweating
For the
Wedding!
2312 West 15th Street
Erie, PA 16505
814.459.3033
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Flagship
& pic a pose
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Bed Bath
& Beyond
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Hap
Grapevine 2 pa
Laundry &
Linen
814.459.1196
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Notes
Notes
2800 West 8th Street, Erie PA 16505
www.belaireclarion.com
Hotel Main Line: 814.833.1116