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Plus!FUN AND FLIRTY FOOTWEAR, OFF THE CHARTS SEATING, RENTING THE BEACH, BEATING POST-WEDDING BLUES AND MORE

ASYMMETRIC AND ASTONISHING

DOUBLE THE GLAMOUR WITH A SINGLE SHOULDER

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MakeA Splash

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Marvelous mermaid gowns are still turning heads with different styles for every aisle.Photography by Jim Pile; Styling by Pamela Hopkins

FEATURES34 I Do To The Shoe Fun and flirty shades of fancy footwear for your wedding day. By Angela Blue

36 Asymmetric And Astonishing Darling dresses that double the glamour with a single shoulder. Photography by Jim Pile; Styling by Pamela Hopkins

40 We’re Married! Now What?Dealing with the realities of postnuptial depression.By Kimberly Cuachon-Haugh

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Meet with our Bridal Consultant to customize the perfect wedding package that best meets your needs.

Feel Confident in our stylists here at Changes: we possess the leading Bridal Team in our area.

Let us Inspire you during private consultations with our technicians to determine your Ultimate Wedding Day Image.

Reward Yourself with a little pre-Wedding pampering—whether to relieve stress, improve skin appearance or spend time relaxing alone.

Enjoy a luxurious Day of Beauty to include the Bridal Party and any others you treasure as a great way to express gratitude or even indulge in a quiet Couple’s Massage with your groom to dedicate quality time for just the two of you.

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Day of Wedding Off-Site Hair and/or Make Up available upon request

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DEPARTMENTS Knot Notes11 Off The Charts—Seating plans and escort cards have guests sit-

ting in style. Plus: 14 Old, New, Borrowed, Blue—Hampton Roads brides share their unique interpretations of this classic tradition. 16 Renting The Beach—New policy for Virginia Beach Oceanfront weddings gives couples more options.

18 Picture Perfect Get inspired by two real weddings in Hampton Roads.

44 Resource Guide Hundreds of local vendors at your fingertips.

58 Fab Food Favors A seasonal beverage makes a thoughtful, relaxing favor.

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Photography: Jim PileArt Director: David UhrinStyling: Pamela HopkinsHair and Makeup: Elizabeth Paschall and Jason Fairbanks, Salon VivaceModel: Kris Smith, Evie Mansfield Modeling and Talent AgencyShoot Location: Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel

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ONE REGION H ONE MAGAZINE

1264 Perimeter ParkwayVirginia Beach, Virginia 23454

757-422-8979www.HamptonRoadsBride.com

Publisher Randy Thompson

Editor-In-Chief Melissa M. Stewart

Senior Editor, Food and Wine Patrick Evans-HyltonAssociate Editor Angela BlueInterns Ashley Applewhite

Corporate Art Director Holly Watters

Creative Director David Uhrin

Associate Art Director Matt Haddaway

Production Manager Eileen Dalby

Contributing Artists Eric Cardenas, Stephanie Martinec, Chris Meligonis, Don Spencer, Brian Woelfel

Director of Photography Jim Pile

Contributing Photographers Susan and Robby Bolling, Keith Cephus, Yulia McClammrock, David Uhrin

Photo Editor James Miller

Corporate Vice President of Sales Paul Brannock

Account Executives Wayne Adcock, Christie Berry, Sandy Godwin, Kevin Rose, Brenda Whitlow

Sales Coordinator Tracy Thompson

Circulation Manager George Carter

Web Marketing and Promotions Manager My Nguyen

Public Relations & Style Coordinator Pamela Hopkins

Hampton Roads Bride is published by

VISTAGRAPHICS STAFFProduction Manager Robin Cather

Web Developer Monica HuettController Anita Burns

Accounts Receivable Margaret HawkinsReproduction or use of editorial or graphic content without

permission is prohibited. Opinions in the magazine are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent management views.

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seating charts 11 | old, new, borrowed 14 | beach weddings 16

knot notes Bride

knot notes

if you’re planning a wedding on the Virginia beach oceanfront, it’s only natural to include a beachy keen theme in your escort card dis-play. write guests’ names on seashells, and place them in boxes filled with sand to designate different tables. You can pur-chase shells, or, for a special touch, wake up early one morning, grab a bucket, and head to the beach with your sweetie for a stroll along the oceanfront. they’re free, and it will be meaningful for guests to know that you hand-picked these shells together. Plus, with all the stresses of planning, a relaxing walk on the beach is just what you need.

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Off the Charts seating Plans and escort cards haVe guests sitting in stYle

words and styling by angela blue

Seating charts are essential for any reception that will involve a large group of people sitting and eating together in the same room. Otherwise, parties may

be split up, and guests could be stuck at a table with people they don’t know. Save your guests the risk of tripping and falling as they make a mad dash to claim their dinner spot—not to mention the feigned

pleasantries some poor soul will be forced to exchange with Uncle Gus after he’s had one too many—all because they weren’t quick enough to snag a seat with their pals.

Since it’s understood that seating charts are beneficial to all, have some fun with them. There’s no rule stating that tables must be categorized by number with guests’ names listed blandly underneath

or that place cards or escort cards must consist of a piece of cardstock folded like a tent. Your seating chart and escort cards may reflect a certain theme, can be dis-played as creatively as you wish and could even include a surprise gift for each guest. Decide which arrangement works best with your reception’s motif, and gain the comfort of knowing that your guests will be seated in style.

SeatingShells by

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show your passion for music from a distinct era by having your seating charts designed to look like sheet music. Go a step further by naming tables after famous singers from that time. once your design is complete, hang the cards on pieces of string with clothespins for a charming flair. these musical charts are a splendid way to jazz up the evening while mak-ing sure no one is left singing solo.

treat your guests with dainty confections to nosh on as they’re making their way to their assigned tables. Cake pops are all the rage now because they’re fun, colorful

and completely portable, not to mention oh-so-good! You can either make your own or ask your baker about cre-

ating these decadent delicacies. Cover a piece of styrofoam with a fun material that matches your color scheme, and poke

cake pop sticks through the fabric. to assign places, attach small tags to each pop with the guest’s name and table number.

Musical Chairs

BranchingOut

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Through the Looking Glass

For a garden or rustic reception, give a nod to nature by writing guests’ names on leaves and hanging them from tree branches. the branches could be placed in jars and centered at each table, or there could be one large tree branch suspended from the ceiling with guests’ names and table numbers hanging from the leaves. We’ll go out on a limb to say that these arrangements will leave guests in awe. nHRB

this truly sentimental and memorable chart is easy to make and can be altered to be as personal as you wish. start by obtaining an old window. Make sure there are no cracks and that the glass is solidly held in place. You could opt for windows with divided panes that would designate different tables, or if you choose a frame with no dividers, you can separate the tables using flowers, buttons or what-ever trinkets you fancy. Write guests’ names using liquid chalk markers, and decorate the frame using photos of the two of you, memorabilia from your relationship and any other objects that will add a romantic touch.

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Old, New, Borrowed, BlueBy Angela Blue

Photo By yulia mcclamrock

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The four somethings (old, new, borrowed and blue) are traditionally worn or carried by the bride on her wedding day to ensure good luck. The custom began in Victorian times, and each item has a spe-cial significance. The old represents the bride’s

past and her connection to her family. The new symbolizes her new life that’s she’s about to begin. A borrowed item reminds the bride that her friends and family will always be there for her, and the blue represents faithfulness and loyalty. The last part of the rhyme, “and a silver sixpence in her shoe,” is rarely followed today.

We asked happily married brides and brides-to-be in Hampton Roads what items they had or are plan-ning to have with them on their wedding day, and they were delighted to share with us the traditions passed on through generations, the sentimental meaning that certain items hold and for some, the care-free whimsy of breaking all the “rules” and establishing their own.

The ribbon on my flowers holding them together was the ribbon from the first dozen roses he gave me. —Alex M., Suffolk

I wore my great-grandmother’s necklace that my great-grandfather had given her on their wedding day in 1907. Every bride in my family has since worn it, and I was the centennial bride. I wore it in remembrance of all our loved ones who had passed.—Bryn B., Norfolk

In memory and honor of my paternal grandparents, who were married for 54 years, I wore my grandmother’s wedding band on my thumb and attached one of her rhinestone brooches to the ribbon on my bouquet. —Melissa S., Norfolk

I’m crocheting a new, blue bikini for the honeymoon! —Jen S., Virginia Beach

New was all of the new stuff for the wedding. New husband. New dress. New ring. New everything! —Amelia B., Norfolk

New peacock earrings I bought as a gift to myself. Even though I was a very non-traditional bride, I do love a good rhyming scavenger hunt! —Skye Z., Norfolk

Pearl and crystal earrings from my mom —Gabrielle C., Virginia Beach

I borrowed my mom’s pearl necklace that she wore at her wedding. —Renee G., Williamsburg

I will be wearing my mother’s wedding dress at my wedding. This will be my something bor-rowed since I don’t want to make my mother feel like I think of her as old!—Cassie W., Hampton

The blue pendant attached to my garter belonged to my Grandma Jo that passed away last November. My cousins used it as their something blue in their weddings, and they surprised me with the pendant the day of the wedding.—Andra R., Virginia Beach

My blue was my hydrangea bouquet. —Molly B., Norfolk

My great aunt hosted a bridal breakfast for my brides-maids and me the morning of the wedding. She had filled a bowl with butter mints, all white and pink except for one blue one right in the center, which she had placed there for me. She said that it was a tradi-tion that dates back to the 1940s. —Angela B., Norfolk

Of course, there’s no rule that you have to abide by tradition.I didn’t have any. We went to city hall and had a reception at Doumar’s—amusing and stress-free. —Eileen D., Norfolk

We didn’t follow the rules. I also saw the groom while wearing my wedding dress the week before the wedding!—Catey L., Newport News nHRB

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Exchanging vows on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront is becoming more and more popular as couples are leaning toward natural beauty and simple sentiments in lieu of extrava-gant, over-the-top ceremonies.

Beach weddings are automatically equipped with the gorgeous glistening of the ocean, the perfect music of crashing waves, the tiny grains of sand beneath your feet and the breezy air against your skin. Now this pure and most personal affair of exchanging vows on the beach may come with a few more rules but also a little more privacy.

Due to the increasing popularity of beach weddings, a new policy

has been put into effect that allows couples to rent a

space on the beach for their ceremony. The pol-icy requires a permit if the couple is expecting more than 150 guests but is optional for small

ceremonies. The $200 permit

includes the reservation of privacy and space for a maximum of three hours and exclusion of the general population.

Frankee Love, wedding officiant for Virginia Beach ceremo-nies, explains that since the permit is optional for smaller ceremonies, most of his clients have declined to obtain it because they don’t mind other beachgoers being in the imme-diate area. However, even if you’re having a smaller ceremony and don’t mind onlookers, you may find that a permit is required for some

of the additional extras you wish to have at your ceremony. For example, decorations, tents, seating, arches and any items taking up a space greater than 100 square feet or items that require commercial assembly are allowed with a permit. There are still restrictions for having a ceremony on the beach even with a permit, so be sure to read the guidelines thoroughly before beginning your planning.

Whether you envision a grand or intimate ceremony and whether or not you choose to obtain a permit, your Oceanfront wedding will be a romantic and memorable occasion, now complete with more options, more privacy (if you choose) and more reasons to love getting married on Virginia Beach.

Visit vbgov.com to learn more. nHRB

—Ashley Applewhite

Beach forBorrownew policy for viRgiNiA BeAcH OceANfRONT weDDiNgS gives couples more options

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…a new policy has been put into effect that allows couples to rent a space on the beach

for their ceremony.

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heartfelt hodgepodge family and friends contribute homemade sentiments for a vintage-inspired celebration on the farm

Photography by Yulia McClammrock | Hair and Makeup by elizabeth Paschall, Salon Vivace

The BreakdownABOVE Ceremony: for groomsmen and bridesmaids, andra had four and Jon had three. “it didn’t matter if it was a man or woman; if they were my pal, they were on my side,” andra says. her dad made the bamboo chuppah, representing the new happy home that the couple will create together. BELOW Pumpkin Butter: andra’s parents made and canned pumpkin butter for the

guests to take as their favors. there were also ½ pint jars with apple and pumpkin pies in them for guests to enjoy right away. Shoes: With the whole wedding being hodgepodge, andra knew that she wanted a pair of shoes to match. “i saw them and had to have them,” she says. Hot Air Heart: andra’s brother makes hot air balloons (in addition to all sorts of things, according to andra). “We made a wish and set it free,” she

says. “We could see it floating for miles and miles.” RIGHT Table Setting: guests drank iced tea, cucumber water, wine and beer out of mason jars. all of the plates were unique and purchased from thrift stores. the food was prepared by family. “family recipes, made for 150,” andra says. “such amazing people, my family.” Bonfire: Jon’s cousins made the bonfire, a last minute decision since it ended up being chilly. “it was perfect!”

andra says. Hanging Jars: andra’s aunt and cousin put together the flower-filled jars hanging from poles that lined the aisle. after the ceremony, the flowers were removed, and the jars were filled with led candles to create a lit path. Special Day: andra says they chose the date 11-11-11 so that it’d be easy for Jon to remember. “and even if he forgot, he’s so rad that it would be ok,” she says.

Who: Jon del rosario, a graphic design student at the art institute and employee at trader Joe's in virginia beach, born in italy but a virginia beach resident since age 5, and andra rosenberg, hair designer and makeup artist at salon vivace, born and raised in virginia beach. When: november 11, 2011. Where: green meadow stables, chesapeake. Guest List: 150 guests, mostly locals with friends and family from california, new york and florida. Where They Met: Jon knew who andra was since she had been dJing at a local club for years; she didn’t know him, but the two connected through an otis redding video posted on facebook. they had their first date at the taphouse in norfolk and have been together since. The engagement: on andra’s birthday, she and Jon had dinner at fellini’s in norfolk. their

families met for the first time at the dinner, and at the end of their meal, Jon got down on his knee and proposed, having already asked andra’s parents earlier in the week. Wedding Wishes: “We wanted rustic vintage,” andra says. “nothing too fancy, but based on old ideas and just hodgepodge. the fact that nothing matched was perfect!” What’s Next: Jon and andra traveled to the mayan riviera for their honeymoon off the beaten path of cancun. “We were a bit wary when our travel agent mentioned cancun, thinking of spring break and all, but this area was like sandbridge whereas cancun would be like ‘the strip’ in virginia beach,” andra says. now the couple is living in town center in virginia beach and excited for the rest of their lives together.

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elegant and intimate nearest and dearest gather at historic church point manor for a sweet and sophisticated celebration

Photography by Susan and Robby Bolling PhotographyThe BreakdownABOVE Church Point Manor: the cou-ple decided to have their wedding here based on a suggestion from their plan-ner, ron form of primo events. “the moment ronnie and i walked into the mansion, we knew it was the one,” brit-ni says. BELOW Popcorn: there was a popcorn station from Jody’s popcorn in Virginia beach set up in the formal liv-ing room of the mansion so that guests could enjoy a scoop of caramel or white

cheddar before and after the wedding. Ceremony: harold mcgee from Virginia beach performed the ceremony, which britni described as beautiful. Cupcakes: since ronnie and britni are both indeci-sive, they couldn’t choose just one flavor; instead they picked key lime pie, ger-man chocolate, chocolate cheesecake, vanilla and strawberry “see-more” cup-cakes from cupcake central at lynnhav-en mall, Virginia beach. Flowers: britni’s bouquet contained white peonies and

roses. RIGHT Memorable Moments: “the ceremony went by so quickly. we were both really excited and still like, ‘are we really married now?!’” britni says. “it was nice to have some time alone with susan and robby for pictures right after the wedding.” Dress: when britni attended her senior prom with ronnie, she wore an antique white crinkle silk taf-feta dress. she knew from that moment in high school that she wanted that type of dress to be her wedding dress. “nicole

miller made a strapless dress that looked almost like my prom dress, so i knew that was the one when i saw it—even before i tried it on,” she says. Rings: britni chose the first ring that she tried on and loves the detail around the sides and cut of the diamond. ronnie’s ring is a david Yurman band. “he chose the ‘waves’ ring, which was perfect considering we were getting married in Virginia beach,” britni says.

Who: ronald long, a conductor at norfolk southern railroad in crewe, originally from lunenburg county, and britni smith, a reg-istered nurse at Johnston-willis hospital in bon air, originally from richmond. When: may 26, 2011. Where: church point manor, Vir-ginia beach. Guest List: 40 guests, including immediate family and their bridal party members from richmond and lunenburg. Where They Met: ronnie and britni both lived in the small town of Victoria, where they met through mutual friends. the day before Valentine’s day 2006, ronnie asked britni to be his Valentine, and on Valentine’s day, he sent her six roses and a card that said, “from one last minute person to the other.” they’ve been together since. The Engagement: ronnie can’t keep secrets or plan surprises because he gets too excited, according to britni. “once ronnie decided he wanted to ask

me to marry him, he did it,” she says. it happened to be dec. 25, 2009 at 2:30 a.m. he had no ring and no plan—just a question! “it was total ronnie long style,” britni says. “i must say it was a surprise in itself!” Wedding Wishes: the couple wanted a wedding that was simple, where everyone would be comfortable and have a good time. “our ceremony and reception were amazing, the food was great, our bridal party looked very good, and everyone had a good time. in the end, that’s all that matters anyway!” she says. What’s Next: ronnie and britni went on a seven-day cruise to haiti, Jamaica and cozumel, mexico. “it was a total blast, and we met so many new friends,” britni says. now they are living in a newly built home in moseley. britni plans on going back to school to receive her bachelor’s in nursing, and they hope to expand their family in the next year or so.

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One of the finest aspects of living in Hampton Roads is that we’re so close to water. There’s something truly intriguing and inspiring about the ocean, which is why we chose to emphasize gowns that emulate cherished aspects of the sea. After choosing a grand selection of discernable and exceptional mermaid styles along with a bounty of ocean-inspired accessories, we made our way to the aquatic atmosphere of the Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel. Whether you’re planning a beachside ceremony or have a genuine appreciation for the many bodies of water surrounding us, let these gowns be your inspiration for the ocean of beauty you’ll impart on your very distinguished day.

MARVELOUS MERMAIDS GOWNS

ARE STILL TURNING HEADS WITH DIFFERENT STYLES FOR

EVERY AISLE

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SplashMake

Unlike most mer-maid-inspired dress-es, this gown con-nects two worlds by combining extraor-dinary designs that are as complex as an intricately formed seashell with delicate feathers that will tickle your fancy to the fullest. Topped with an exquisite silver bead-ed veil, this dress dives to the deepest level of divinity and soars to the top of your things to love. Gown: Pronovias “Bali” dress fabri-cated with gorgeous beaded lace with tulle trim, feathered bodice and broach underneath the bust line, $2,775. Veil: Pronovias silver beaded edge, $385. Jewelry: Bronze and pearl earrings by Christina’s Crystals, $119. All from Maya Couture, Norfolk.

By Land or By Sea

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Some of the most gorgeous scenes are supplied by the majestic movement of water in the ocean. Make your own movement in this champagne lace gown with beautifully beaded straps. The dazzling form and flow of the richly decorated train creates a pedestal of purity. Gown: Champagne lace with satin underlay by Casa Blanca, $1,198. Jewelry: Large freshwater pearl necklace, $445, and matching earrings, $105, by local artist A. Amsler Designs. All from Williams-burg Bridal.

Aquatic Allure

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We learned from Titanic that a woman’s heart is a deep ocean of secrets. However, it’s no secret why brides are swimming with delight over this majestic mermaid gown. The ivory Alencon fitted bodice, gorgeously adorned with an elaborate pattern of lace, erupts into a tulle mermaid skirt with Alencon overlay to create a mermaid effect that’s incomparable. Gown: Anjo-lique ivory Alencon with

tulle mermaid skirt and embellished belt at waist,

$1,790. Jewelry: Haute Bride rhinestone drop

earrings, $195. All from Pure English,

Virginia Beach.

Ocean of Extravagance

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The gentle flow of an ocean’s waves layering one another is mimicked in this gown’s softly ruffled and tiered skirt, and the jeweled bust is more exquisite than the most bounte-ous treasure found at the bottom of the sea. You’re sure to make positive waves of wonderment as you fancily float down the aisle. Gown: Allure sweetheart neckline with jeweled bust and criss-cross pleating at bodice and waist, $1,299.99. Jewelry: Gold drop bracelet and pearl and gold earrings by Enttra, $85. All from All the Rage, Hilltop, Virginia Beach.

Making Waves

Ocean of Extravagance

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If like is like an oyster, love is a pearl—a rare find that is formed naturally and holds the utmost value. Celebrate your love in this satin light gold hued gown that reminds us of the naturally polished refine-ment of a freshly formed pearl. Pair with a cluster of freshwater pearls necklace and ear-rings for a pure and classic qual-ity. Gown: Satin light gold with ruched pickup skirt by Ella Rosa, $798. Jewelry: Small freshwater cluster necklace by local artist A. Amsler Designs, $445. Match-ing earrings, $175. All from Williamsburg Bridal.

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Pearls of Perfection

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No matter if you decide to be mar-ried amid the crashing waves of the ocean, a glimmering lake or a tranquil pool bursting with blue, you’ll look ravishing in this ivory silk satin V-neck dress with asym-metrical ruching. Embellished with floral and crystal adornments, this lavish gown is the epitome of posh. Gown: Monique Lhullier V-neck gown with asymmetrical ruching, $3,300. Veil: Toni Federici, $375. All from Pure English, Virginia Beach.

Water,Water Everywhere

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This gown’s exuberant rosettes that are gracefully placed along the skirt and train are reminiscent of the gentle frothiness of the ocean. Add the finishing touches of this rhinestone belt and shimmering headband veil for an undisputed royal resemblance. Gown: Lace, sheer overlay with rosettes by Allure, $1,899.99. Belt: Rhinestone belt by Allure, $249.99. Veil: Malis Henderson headband veil, $559.99. Jewelry: Silver small drop earrings by Malis Hen-derson, $279.99. All from All the Rage, Hilltop, Virginia Beach.

CREDITS

Photography: Jim PileCreative Director: David UhrinStylists: Pamela Hopkins with assistant Courtney ThompsonModels: Jessica Duncan and Kris Smith with Evie Mansfield Modeling and Talent Agency, www.eviemansfield.com Hair and Make Up: Elizabeth Paschall and assistant Jason Fairbanks with Salon Vivace, www.salonvivace.com Words: Angela Blue

Thank you to the beautiful Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel for

providing us with the perfect backdrop for our Marvelous Mermaids.

Queen of the Sea

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Nothing compares to the unmatched beauty of a perfectly poised bride. The striking elegance of this gown is distinguished by the flawless mermaid silhouette that flows into a pretty pool of lovely lace, bringing about a splash of sophistication. Gown: La Sposa “Denia” boasting a gorgeous beaded lace mermaid silhouette and light tulle illusion overlay with lace edging, $2,100. Veil: Pronovias single-layer, floor-length veil made from extraordinarily soft and delicate tulle and embellished with lace and sequins, $571. Jewelry: Akoya pearl drop necklace embellished with Swarovs-ki crystals, $496. Matching earrings, $175. All from Maya Couture, Norfolk.

Splashing Silhouette

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BRiDe SHOES

The dress is undoubt-

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iDo to theShoefun and flirty shades of fancy

footwear for your wedding dayBy Angela Blue and Pam Hopkins

To add a personal touch to your wedding shoes, consider embel-lishing them yourself. Buy an ordinary pair of pumps and dress them up with buttons, ribbon, fabric, lace, rhinestones or other trinkets of sentimental value. The shoes will have special meaning since you created them yourself, and best of all, they’ll be one-of-a-kind, just

like you!(1) Surrender to your

passion for polka dots or other fun fabric by tying beautiful bows and attaching them to either the tops or backs of your shoes using a hot glue gun.

(2) Show your shoes some love by making them more romantic. Using a hot glue gun, adhere lace around the opening or the heel of

your shoes, and affix rhinestones or repur-posed jewelry that may have a sentimental meaning.

(3) Confirm your “I Dos” to the backs of your shoes by bedazzling them with rhinestones cut-outs. Personalize your own to say whatever you’d like, or purchase pre-assembled ones from your local craft store.D

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Replicate the sparkling elegance

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of these Sari Satin sparkle metallic silver peep toe pumps, $96

from Williamsburg Bridal.

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Some shoes are good for regulars; others are fit for royalty. Obtain your regal

status with these Benjamin Adams London “Winslet”

duchesse silk heels in plum with pleated peep toes and a swirled jewel, $208 from

Williamsburg Bridal. nHRB

For more subtle color but an added touch of glam,

slip on “Etta” by Dani Black in antique gold with

millionaire ribbed fabric and chunky platform heel, $185 from Walk This Way,

Newport News.

If you’re a frills and flowers and buttons

and bows kind of gal, you’ll truly stand out in

these “Clare” grey patent wedges with simply

stupendous bows by Butter, $278 from

Walk This Way, Newport News.

Want to add some bling to your bows? Try these

washed metallic beauties in camel color by Kate

Spade for a “bowdacious” beholding on your very big

day, $325 from Walk This Way, Newport News.

Get ready to ruffle some feathers in these

royal blue Peacock platforms by Johnathan

Kayne, $129.99 from All the Rage,

Virginia Beach.

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Fabulously FroufrouStill questioning whether you can pull off the one-shoulder look? This absolutely ravishing gown has the answer. A less traditional mermaid silhouette, the dress is made from a beautiful organza with rouched bodice and tiered, ruf-fled skirt and comes with an optional one-shoulder strap that’s fabricated from the same ruffled material as the skirt. Stick to the sweetheart neck-

line or add the strap for a touch of glam,

and don’t forget the glimmering

rhinestone belt and headband to brilliantly accent your

ensemble. Gown: Pronovias La Sposa “Sala” with optional one-shoulder strap, $2,255. Belt: Prono-vias belt with rhine-stone center, $325. Headband: Edward E. Berger bendable headband with rhine-stones and flowers, $190. All from Maya Couture, Norfolk.

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The one-shoulder trend has had a huge influence on fashion in the last year, so it’s only natural that bridal gowns are following this fabulous fad. Asym-metric dresses are often more comfortable than strapless gowns that tend to sag unless perfectly fitted, yet they’re not as conservative as full-strapped styles. The capti-vating aspect of one bare shoulder combined with the sweetness of these stunning gowns creates a fabulous collection of styles that are beautifully unbalanced.

DARLING DRESSES THAT DOUBLE THE GLAMOUR WITH A SINGLE SHOULDER

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Glamorous GoddessYou don’t have to travel to Greece or even have the nickname Aphrodite to be a goddess of love and beauty. The flowing ethereal grace of this gown is accented with a one-shoulder chiffon sheath and features a ruched bodice sprinkled with light beading and a delicate sweep train. Gown: Pronovias diamond white one-shoulder with sweep train, $390 from Blush Bridal, Port Warwick, Newport News. Jewelry: Forever bangle bracelets by Annaleece, three for $57.50. Evening Shadows bracelet by Annaleece, $71.25. Personality double-hoop ear-rings by Annaleece, $45 from Green Gates Gifts and Furni-ture, Hampton.

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Elegantly UnevenBursting with fun and flirty ruffles, this styl-ishly sophisticated gown demands full attention. Paired with a shimmering belt and sparkling crystal earrings, your beauty will be compared to a dazzling diamond in the ruffle. Gown: San Patrick Edimburgo one-shoulder dress with tiered ruffle skirt, $1,090. Belt: Marisa belt with rhinestones, $570. Earrings: Haute Bride silver earrings with pear-shaped crystal at center, $195. All from Pure English, La Promenade Shoppes, Virginia Beach.

Layers of LovelyWho says flowers are just for picking and layers are only for cake? Make your own fashion fantasy in this A-line gown of layered and ruffled Paris Gauze with a one-shoulder neckline comprised of a large flower on the strap. You’ll be as pretty as a rose petal in this floral-accented dress. Gown: San Patrick Eden with flower shoulder, $1,290. Jewelry: Haute Bride bracelet, $336. Paris earrings, $180. All from Pure English, La Promenade Shoppes, Virginia Beach.

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Sass and ClassCan’t decide between long and luxuri-ous or short and sweet? Have both with this two-piece, one-shoulder ball gown with detachable train. Awe your guests as you stroll down the aisle in a seemingly elongated gown, then wow them at the reception when you arrive in a coquettish frock that’s ideal for dancing. Dress: Jas-mine two-piece, one-shoulder ball gown, $850. Veil: Bel Aire Bridal birdcage ivory veil, $166. All from Williamsburg Bridal.

CReDiTSPhotography: Jim Pile Creative Director: David Uhrin Stylist: Pamela Hopkins Model: Courtney Thompson Hair and Make Up: Elizabeth Paschall and assistant Jason Fairbanks with Salon Vivace, www.salonvivace.com Words: Angela Blue

Glowing with the FlowYour wedding day is your time to shine, and there’s nothing better to wear in the spotlight than this classic one-shoulder matte taffeta ball gown complete with handy pockets and a square buckle beaded belt. This radiant dress is guaranteed to light up a room as well as your groom’s heart. Gown: Jasmine Bridal one-shoulder matte taf-feta ball gown, $750. Jewelry: Pearl and crystal earrings, $89 by Christina’s Crystals. All from Maya Couture, Norfolk. nHRB

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BRiDe PostnuPtial dePression

I got married exactly two years ago. Well, if you count the second wedding, it was one year ago. My husband and I eloped and then waited until our one-year anniversary to do it again with our immediate family and best friends.

We planned our second wedding for months and anticipated our families meeting for the first time and how they would behave. But the love we felt from them mixed with the “Kumbaya”-aura of every-one finally getting along turned out like a PG-13 movie that I would have replayed over and over.

However, even with all the time that had passed, I still hadn’t ordered any wedding photos. I don’t know why; I just didn't feel like it. “It’s nothing, I’m just busy,” I kept telling myself. But after speaking with a friend, I realized that this nothing may actu-ally be something.

Postnuptial depression is not a clinical diagnosis, but it’s a term that has become more recognized by couples and psychologists. In fact, 10 percent of American couples seek counseling after experienc-ing postnuptial depression.

Dr. Candice Cook, a licensed professional coun-selor, marriage counselor and family therapist in Virginia Beach, says the melancholy that brides and possibly grooms can experience after the big day occurs for a number of reasons.

“This is the bride’s day; the whole world stops on that day for the bride. And suddenly, your day is over,” she says.

Besides dealing with stepping out of the spotlight, Cook explains that the immense stress that occurs during the planning process of a wedding can cause the body to produce an excessive amount of cortisol, a stress hormone.

“When it keeps coming out it literally rips the body apart,” explains Cook. “It’s seizing every avail-able opportunity for the body to make energy.” This results in not eating or sleeping well, thus leading to the body and mind crashing. “The body is like an orange that’s been squeezed dry.”

Yvonne Alers-Folden, 28, described the eight-month planning of her 11-11-11 wedding as very stressful. She and her husband, who are both in the military, were six-months pregnant, in the midst of purchasing a home and dealing with separate military orders, in addition to the normal nuptial necessities.

Now, after moving into their new home, Alers-Folden still craves to re-live her wedding day. “It’s sad that it’s over,” she says. “How often is it all about you?”

We're Married! Now What?

dealing with the realities of PostnuPtial dePression

By Kimberley Cuachon-haugh

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Shawn Femia, a professional wedding photographer, works with her husband, Ronnie Form, an event director and owner of Primo Events in Hampton Roads. Both encounter a number of brides who continue to contact them long after their weddings to reminisce. “After dealing with these couples I can see that it’s not just about the wedding,” says Form. “It’s like they’re afraid of being married now that the wedding is over.”

While men typically stress before the wedding, women will often deal with their stress afterwards. They ask the question, “Who am I now?” says Cook. This, along with the new roles of man and wife that the couple must resume—based on each person’s family upbringing—can add more pressure to a marriage.

“Most marriages are really two super-egos interacting with each other,” says Cook. “In a marriage the superego does not know the difference between you and your mate. It judges your mate in the

same way it judges you, and your mate is doing the same thing to you.” Cook explains that because superegos are cre-ated between the ages of 2 and 6 years old, they are immature and must evolve. Couples must have the willingness to explore and work on this with one anoth-er, she says. “They must understand that a marriage is based on love and under-standing, not rules and regulations.”

To beat the postnuptial blues, Cook says, “Don’t neglect the basics.” Couples should get sufficient rest, proper nutri-tion and a good multivitamin along with exercise such as yoga or even medication to offset the cortisol. When couples have bothersome feelings about their mate, Cook recommends that they have a sit-down—not a confrontation but a descrip-tion of what is going on inside.

Since coming to terms with my feelings, I have picked out my wedding photos. They have been retouched, framed and were admired by our friends for the first time during our holiday party at home. After writing this article—which I admit was partially selfish because it was thera-peutic—the aftershock of my wedding day is subsiding. While I cannot relive it, my husband and I have our sights set on a definite renewal of vows. nHRB

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postnuptial depression is not a clinical diagnosis, but it’s a term that has become

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HAMPTON ROADS eMPiRe eveNTS AND elegANT liMOuSiNe 3501 Holland Rd.

Virginia Beach757-650-6088www.vblimo.comwww.beachempire.com

iNSPiReD eveNTS BY kellY4819 Powner CourtWilliamsburg757-291-5369www.inspiredevents bykelly.com

PROfeSSiONAlTOuCH AffAiRS757-538-1968www.professionaltouchaffairs.net

SOMeTHiNg NeW12 Best SquareNorfolk757-457-1801www.somethingnew store.com

TOuCH Of elegANCe, lTD.300 Woodbrook RunNewport News757-363-7270

viviD exPReSSiONS llCVirginia Beach888-878-4843www.vividexpressions.com

bridal & formal wear

BluSH185 Herman Melville Ave.Newport News757-595-7797www.blushgowns.com

BuSY BeeS CHilDReN’S BOuTique1544 Laskin Rd., Ste. 216Virginia Beach757-425-2337www.shopbusybees.com

CONNie’S kiDS701-V Battlefield Blvd. N.Chesapeake757-547-KIDSwww.connieskids.com

DAviD’S BRiDAl5957 Virginia Beach Blvd.Norfolk757-455-8411

32 Coliseum Crossing Hampton757-827-0361www.davidsbridal.com

Meg’S SWiMWeAR307 Laskin Rd., 31st St.Virginia Beach757-428-7945

MeN’S WeARHOuSeChesapeake Square MallGreenbrier MallLynnhaven MallMacArthur CenterPatrick Henry MallVirginia Beach Town Centerwww.menswear house.com WilliAMSBuRgBRiDAl & fORMAl3709 C-1 Strawberry Plains Rd.Williamsburg757-229-5004www.williamsburgbridalandformal.com

Cakes

BellA CAkeS757-254-7814www.bellacakes1.com

CAROliNA CuPCAkeRY237 Carmichael WayChesapeake757-204-4775www.carolinacupcakery.com

CAkeAliCiOuS DeSigN STuDiO5906 George Washington Mem. Hwy. Ste. iYorktown

757-234-4300www.cakealiciousdesign studio.com

g’S CAke SHOP6505 Auburn Dr. Virginia Beach757-420-5374

iNCReDiBle eDiBleS1640 Donna Dr., #101Virginia Beach757-465-9980www.incredible ediblesdesserts.net

NiSSi’S exquiSiTe CAkeS5660 Hearth Cir.Virginia Beach757-457-8898

Caterers

BRuTTi’S467 Court St.Portsmouth757-393-1923www.bruttis.com

THe CATeRiNg COMPANY108 Ingram Rd #18Williamsburg757-220-8011www.williamsburg occasions.com

THe CATeRiNg COMPANYPoint Plaza Suites950 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.Newport News757-599-4460www.pointplazasuites.com

CuiSiNe AND COMPANY2648 Quality CourtVirginia Beach

757-428-6700www.cuisineand company.com

eMPiRe CATeRiNg3501 Holland Rd.Virginia Beach757-650-6088

gRAND AffAiRS2036 Pleasure House Rd.Virginia Beach757-460-9786www.grandaffairs catering.com

Ceremony sites

CHeSAPeAke CONfeReNCe CeNTeR900 Greenbrier CircleChesapeake757-382-2500Chesapeakeconference.com

fORD’S COlONY COuNTRY CluB240 Ford’s Colony Dr.Williamsburg757-258-4120www.fordscolonycc.com/weddings.com

HilTON viRgiNiA BeACH OCeANfRONT3001 Atlantic Ave.Virginia Beach757-213-3000Hiltonvb.com

NORfOlk WATeRSiDe MARRiOTT235 E. Main StreetNorfolk757-628-6440www.marriott.com

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THe FOuNDeRS iNN & SPA5641 Indian River Rd.Virginia Beach, VA757-424-5511www.foundersinn.com

THe SANDeRliNg1461 Duck Rd., Duck, NC252-261-4111www.thesanderling.com

WeDDiNg CHAPel AT gRAND AFFAiRS2036 Pleasure House Rd.Virginia Beach757-460-9786www.grandaffairs catering.com

WeDDiNg ON THe BAy757-460-0777www.grandaffairs catering.com

Disc Jockeys/entertainment

PReMieR eveNTS1373 London Bridge Rd.Virginia Beach757-340-2212www.premiereventsinc.com

TiDeWATeR DJ’S757-865-0020Peninsula757-420-4200Southsidewww.tidewaterdjs.com

eveNT PlANNeR

iNSPiReD eveNTS By Kelly757-291-5369www.inspiredeventsby kelly.com

FlORiSTS

BeRT’S FlOWeR SHOP1253 Old Buckroe RdHampton757-723-0721www.bertsflowershop.com

CATHeRiNe’S DiSTiNCTive FlORAl4001 Lombard Dr.Virginia Beach757-471-6963www.distinctive floraldesigns.com

FlORAl eveNTS By KATHy561 Central Dr.Virginia Beach757-351-1503

FlOWeR WORKS 323 Granby St.Norfolk757-965-3613www.flowerworksva.com

JeFF’S FlOWeRS OF COuRSe300 Ed Wright Ln., Ste. ENewport News757-827-5333www.jeffsflowers.com

THe NeW leAF1301 Redgate Ave., Norfolk757-627-6028www.newleafghent.com

NORFOlK WHOleSAle FlORAl601 E. Brambleton Ave.Norfolk757-625-0901www.norfolkwhole salefloral.com

Gifts/reGistries/invitations

gReeN gATeS giFTS1467 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester Point804-642-5618Peninsula Town Center757-848-5324www.greengatesgifts.com

STANley ADAMS FiNe PRiNTiNg & STATiONeRy4546 Main St.Virginia Beach757-497-8888

HealtH & beauty

BeACH WeigHT lOSS2720 N. Mall Drive, Ste. 128, Virginia Beach757-463-6398www.vabeachweight loss.com

CHANgeS HAiRSTyliNg & CiTy SPA222 W. 21st St.,710 W. 21st St.Norfolk757-625-5300www.changesaregood.com

CiAO BellA HAiR DeSigN5072 Ferrell Pkwy., Ste. 118Virginia Beach757-523-9100www.ciaobellahair design.com

DR. liSA MARie SAMAHA, DDS251 Nat Turner Blvd.Newport News757-223-9270www.pwdentalarts.com

DR. RiTA FRAzieR4541 Main St.Virginia Beach757-309-4450136 E. Little Creek rd.Norfolk757-587-6399www.Drritafrazier.com

gHQ gROOMiNg FOR MeN3388 Princess Anne Rd. Ste. 405 Virginia Beach757-468-4MENwww.ghqgrooming 4men.com

JAKeS PlACe MeN’S BARBeRiNg lOuNge & SPA222 W. 21st St., Suite ENorfolk757-627-5253www.jakesplaceghent.com

SAlON vivACeVirginia Beach757-463-1231 Newport News757-873-1775Chesapeake757-482-5790Williamsburg757-220-9411Richmond804-565-9000www.salonvivace.com

SONA MeDSPA827 Diligence Dr., Ste. 206Newport News757-599-9600

www.sonamedspa.com/newportnews.com477 Viking Dr., Ste. 340Virginia Beach757-340-7662www.sonamedspa.com/vb yOuNg FAMily DeNTiSTRy FAMily & COSMeTiC DeNTiSTRy2005 Lynnhaven Pkwy.Virginia Beach 757-554-0962

Hotels

BAy CReeK ReSORT & CluB3335 Stone Rd.Cape Charles757-331-8742www.baycreek.net

COuRTyARD By MARRiOTT NeWPORT NeWS/yORKTOWN105 Cybernetics Way757-874-9000

CROWNe PlAzA HAMPTON MARiNA700 Settlers Landing Rd.Hampton757-727-9700www.hamptonmarinahotel.com

CROWNe PlAzA NORFOlK700 Monticello Ave.Norfolk757-627-5555www.thenorfolk plaza.com

DOuBleTRee By HilTON viRgiNiA BeACH1900 Pavilion DriveVirginia Beach757-422-8900www.virginiabeach.doubletree.com THe FOuNDeRS iNN & SPA5641 Indian River Rd.Virginia Beach 757-424-5511www.foundersinn.com

HilTON gARDeN iNN CHeSAPeAKe1565 Crossways Blvd.Chesapeake757-420-1212www.hiltongarden inn.com

HilTON gARDeN iNN HAMPTON1999 Power Plant PkwyHampton757-310-6323

HilTON gARDeN iNN SuFFOlK CONFeReNCe CeNTeR100 East Constance Rd.Suffolk757-925-1300www.suffolk.garden inn.com

HilTON gARDeN iNN viRgiNiA BeACH TOWN CeNTeR252 Town Center Dr.Virginia Beach757-326-6200www.vabeachtown center.stayhgi.com

HilTON NORFOlK AiRPORT1500 N. Military Hwy.Norfolk757-466-8000www.norfolkairport .hilton.com

HilTON viRgiNiA BeACH OCeANFRONT3001 Atlantic Ave.Virginia Beach757-213-3000www.hiltonvb.com

HOMeWOOD SuiTeS1569 Crossways Blvd.Chesapeake757-213-0808

NORFOlK WATeRSiDe MARRiOTT235 East Main St.Norfolk757-627-4200www.marriott.com

OMNi NeWPORT NeWS1000 Omni BlvdNewport News757-873-6664www.omnihotels.com

PAge HOuSe iNN323 Fairfax Ave.Norfolk757-625-5033www.pagehouseinn.com

ReSiDeNCe iNN NeWPORT NeWS530 St. Johns Road757-842-6212

THe SANDeRliNg1461 Duck Rd.Duck, NC252-261-4111www.thesanderling.com

SHeRATON NORFOlK WATeRSiDe777 Waterside Dr.Norfolk757-640-2741www.sheratonnorfolk waterside.com

SPRiNgHill SuiTeS HAMPTON1997 Power Plant PkwyHampton757-310-6333

WeSTiN TOWN CeNTeR4535 Commerce St.Virginia Beach757-557-0550

WilliAMSBuRg HOSPiTAliTy HOuSe415 Richmond Rd.Williamsburg757-229-4020www.williamsburg hosphouse.com

WyNDHAM viRgiNiA BeACH OCeANFRONT5700 Atlantic Ave.Virginia Beach757-428-7025www.wyndham virginiabeach.com

Jewelers

gOlDBAR JeWeleRS1628 Laskin Rd., Ste. 718Virginia Beach757-422-4411

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LONg JeweLeRS2965 Virginia Beach Blvd., #105Virginia Beach757-498-11862817 Shore Dr., Ste. 108Virginia Beach757-496-9099701 North Battlefield Blvd.Chesapeake757-436-1920

MADiSON JewLeRS5304 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach757-200-0609www.madison-jewelers.com

Limousine

eLegANT LiMOuSiNe3501 Holland Rd.Virginia Beach757-650-6088

SAND SHARk LiMOSVirginia Beach757-217-5899

LOcATiONS

THe AMeRicAN THeATRe125 E. Mellen St.Hampton757-722-2787www.hamptonarts.net AMeRicAN ROVeR333 Waterside Dr.Norfolk757-627-7245www.Americanrover.com

THe cHAMBeRLiN2 Fenwick WayFort Monroe757-637-7203www.historicchamberlin.com

cHeSAPeAke cONfeReNce ceNTeR900 Greenbrier Cir. Chesapeake757-382-2500 www.chesapeake conference.com

cHRySLeR MuSeuM Of ART245 W. Onley Rd. Norfolk757-664-6200 www.chrysler.org

cOLONiAL HeRiTAge cLuB6500 Arthur Hills DrWilliamsburg757-645-2023www.colonialheritage club.com cROwNe PLAzA HAMPTON MARiNA700 Settlers Landing Rd.Hampton757-727-9700www.hamptonmarina hotel.com

cROwNe PLAzA NORfOLk700 Monticello Ave.Norfolk757-627-5555www.thenorfolkplaza.com

cyPReSS POiNT cOuNTRy cLuB5340 Club Head Rd.,Virginia Beach757-490-6300www.cypresspointgolf.com

DOuBLeTRee By HiLTON ViRgiNiA BeAcH1900 Pavilion DriveVirginia Beach757-422-8900www.virginiabeach .doubletree.com fiSHeRMAN’S wHARf MARiNA: THe wATeR TABLe524 Winston Salem Ave.Virginia Beach757-428-2111www.fishermanswharf marina.com

fORD’S cOLONy cOuNTRy cLuB240 Ford’s Colony DriveWilliamsburg757-258-4120www.fordscolonycc.com/wedding

THe fOuNDeRS iNN & SPA5641 Indian River Rd.Virginia Beach, VA757-424-5511www.foundersinn.com

gRAND AffAiRS2036 Pleasure House Rd.Virginia Beach757-460-9786www.grandaffairscatering.com

gReeNBRieR cOuNTRy cLuB1301 Volvo Pkwy.Chesapeake757-321-2111www.greenbrierclub.com

HALf MOONe cRuiSe AND ceLeBRATiNg ceNTeROne Waterside Dr.Norfolk757-664-1074www.cruisenorfolk.org

HAMPTON ROADS cONVeNTiON ceNTeR1610 Coliseum Dr.Hampton757-315-1610www.thehrcc.com

HeRMiTAge fOuNDATiON MuSeuM AND gARDeN7637 N. Shore Dr.Norfolk757-423-2052 x0www.thfm.org HiLTON gARDeN iNN HAMPTON1999 Power Plant Pkwy.Hampton757-310-6323

HiLTON gARDeN iNN SuffOLk/cONfeReNce ceNTeR100 East Constance Rd.Suffolk757-925-1300www.suffolk.gardeninn.com

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HilTON GARDeN iNN Virginia Beach Town Center252 Town Center Dr.Virginia Beach757-326-6200www.vabeachtown center.stayhgi.com

HilTON NORfOlk AiRPORT1500 N. Military Hwy.Norfolk757-466-8000www.norfolkairport .hilton.com

HilTON ViRGiNiA BeAcH OceANfRONT3001 Atlantic Ave.Virginia Beach757-213-3000www.hiltonvb.com

THe MARiNeRS' MuSeuM100 Museum Dr.Newport News757-596-2222www.marinersmuseum.org

THe MiliTARy AViATiON MuSeuM1341 Princess Anne Rd.Virginia Beach757-721-PROPevents@aviation museum.us

NORfOlk BOTANicAl GARDeNS6700 Azalea Garden Rd.Norfolk757-441-5830www.norfolkbotanical garden.org

NORfOlk WATeRSiDe MARRiOTT235 East Main St.Norfolk757-627-4200www.marriott.com

OceAN VieW fiSHiNG PieR414 W. Ocean View Ave.Norfolk757- 583-6000www.oceanview fishingpier.com

ReSiDeNce iNN NeWPORT NeWS530 St. Johns RoadNewport News757-842-6212

THe SANDeRliNG1461 Duck Rd.Duck, NC252-261-4111www.thesanderling.com

SMiTHfielD cONfeReNce ceNTeR220 N. Church St.Smithfield757-356-9939

SPRiNGHill SuiTeS HAMPTON1997 Power Plant Pkwy.Hampton757-310-6333

TWO RiVeRS cOuNTRy cluB1400 Two Rivers Rd.Williamsburg757-258-4610 ext. 224governorsland.com

ViRGiNiA AquARiuM717 General Booth Blvd.Virginia Beach757-385-0306www.virginiaaquarium.com

ViRGiNiA BeAcH cONVeNTiON ceNTeR1000 19th St.Virginia Beach 757-385-2000www.virginiabeach conventioncenter.com

ViRGiNiA liViNG MuSeuM524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.Newport News757-595-1900www.thevlm.org

WeSTiN TOWN ceNTeR4535 Commerce St.Virginia Beach757-557-0550

WyNDHAM ViRGiNiA BeAcH OceANfRONT5700 Atlantic Ave.Virginia Beach757-428-7025www.wyndham virginiabeach.com

PhotograPhy/video

Bill WHiTlOW PROfeSSiONAl PHOTOGRAPHyVirginia Beach757-435-9115www.clickwhit.com

cuSTOM PHOTOGRAPHy2432 Eastchester Dr. Virginia Beach757-498-0205www.linettfoto.com

eRic GReeN PHOTOGRAPHy1709 Colley Ave.Ste. 314Norfolk 757-423-2886www.ericgreen photography.com

fAiRfielD PHOTOGRAPHy STuDiO5265 Providence Rd. Studio 504Virginia Beach757-467-0298132 Main St.Smithfield757-343-7035 www.fairfieldstudio.com

GleNN fAjOTA PHOTOGRAPHy271 Granby St, #200Norfolk, VA 23510757.217.5751www.glennfajota.com

HeATHeR HuGHeS PHOTOGRAPHy757-870-4006www.heatherhughes photography.com

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• www.hamptonmarinahotel.com • 757-727-8922

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KATe JOHNSON PHOTOgRAPHyVirginia Beach, [email protected]

KATe WATSON PHOTOgRAPHy757-464-0275www.katewatsonblog.com

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Real estate

ABBiTT ReALTy, LLCCorporate Office2114 Executive Dr.Hampton, 757-827-1144www.abbitt.comwww.abbittrealty.com

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RestauRants

ABeRDeeN BARN5805 Northhampton Blvd.Virginia Beach 757-464-1580www.aberdeenbarn vabeach.com

BRuiTT’S/MANSiONS467 Court St.Portsmouth757-393-1923www.bruttis.com

MOM’S KiTCHeN & SCANDALS3501 Holland Rd.Virginia Beach757-463-6667

ROCKAFeLLeR’S ReSTAuRANT308 Mediterranean Ave.Virginia Beach757-422-5654www.rockafellers.com

RuDee’S ON THe iNLeT227 Mediterranean Ave.Virginia Beach757-425-1777www.rudees.com

RuTH’S CHRiS STeAKHOuSe205 Central Park Ave.Virginia Beach757-213-0747www.sizzlingsteak.com

SuRF CLuB OCeAN gRiLLe5700 Atlantic Ave.Virginia Beach757-425-5699www.surfclub vabeach.com

SWAN TeRRACe5641 Indian River Rd.Virginia Beach757-366-5777www.foundersinn.com

TWO RiveRS COuNTRy CLuB1400 Two Rivers Rd.Williamsburg757-258-4610 ext. 224www.tworivers countryclub.com

viNTAge TAveRN1900 Governor’s Pointe Dr.Suffolk, 757-238-8808www.vintagetavern virginia.com THe WATeR TABLe AT FiSHeRMAN’S WHARF524 Winston Salem Ave.Virginia Beach757-428-2111

WATeRMAN’S SuRFSiDe gRiLLe5th St. and OceanfrontVirginia Beach757-428-3644www.watermans.com

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MeMORABLe CRuiSeS & vACATiONS296 Marlboro Rd. Newport News757-833-3074

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We pride ourselves on exceptional customer

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Williamsburg’sPremier Full-ServiceBridal Salon

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Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront • 757-428-7025Inn at Corolla Light • 800-215-0772Sunset Beach Resort,

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Life has many choices; thank you for choosing us for your jewelry needs.

Madison Jewelers s imple. elegant.

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The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton 180 Yes Yes No Yes By Vendor757-722-2787 • www.hamptonarts.net

The Chamberlin, 2 Fenwick Rd, Fort Monroe 150 Yes Yes Yes No Yes757-637-7203 • www.historicchamberlin.com

Chesapeake Conference Center, 900 Greenbrier Circle, Chesapeake 1100 Yes Varies Yes No Yes757-382-2500 • www.chesapeakeconference.com

Chrysler Museum of Art, 245 West Olney Road, Norfolk 200 Yes Yes No No Yes757-664-6200 • www.chrysler.org

Clarion Hotel Historic Williamsburg, 351 York St. Williamsburg 150 Yes Yes Yes No Yes757-229-4100 • www.clarionwilliamsburg.com

Crowne Plaza Hampton Marina, 700 Settlers Landing Rd., Hampton 500 Yes Yes Yes No Yes757-727-8922 • www.hamptonmarinahotel.com

Cypress Point Country Club, 5340 Club Head Rd., Virginia Beach 250 Yes Yes Yes No Yes757-490-6300 • www.cypresspointgolf.com

Doubletree by Hilton Virginia Beach, 1900 Pavilion Dr., Virginia Beach 300 Yes Yes Yes No Yes757-422-8900 • www.virginiabeach.doubletree.com

Ford’s Colony Country Club, 240 Ford’s Colony Dr., Williamsburg 250 YES YES YES No YES757-424-5511 • www.fordscolonlycc.com/wedding

The Founders Inn & Spa, 5641 Indian River Rd., Virginia Beach 1000 Yes Varies Yes No Yes 757-366-5716 • 800-926-4466 • foundersinn.com

Grand Affairs, 2036 Pleasure House Rd, Virginia Beach 800 Yes Yes Yes No Yes757-460-9786 • www.grandaffairscatering.com

Greenbrier Country Club, 1301 Volvo Pkwy., Chesapeake 250 Yes Varies Yes No Yes757-321-2111 • www.greenbriercountryclub.com

Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Dr., Hampton 2000 Yes Varies Yes No Yes757-315-1610 • www.thehrcc.com

Hermitage Foundation Museum & Garden, 7637 N. Shore Rd., Norfolk 250 Yes Yes No Yes Yes757-423-2052 x 300 • www.thfm.org

Hilton Norfolk Airport, 1500 N. Military Hwy., Norfolk 300 Yes Negotiable Yes Yes Yes757-466-8000 • www.norfolkairport.hilton.com

Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 31st Street & Atlantic, Virginia Beach 500-1000 Yes Varies Yes No Yes 757-213-3000 • hiltonvb.com

The Inn at Corolla Lighthouse, 1066 Ocean Trail, Corolla 40 Yes Yes No Yes No252-453-3340 • www.corolla-inn.com

The Mariners' Museum, 100 Museum Dr., Newport News 400 Yes Varies Yes* Yes* Yes*757-591-5124 • www.marinersmuseum.org

Norfolk Waterside Marriott Hotel, 235 E. Main St., Norfolk 1200 Yes Varies Yes No Yes757-627-4200 • www.norfolkmarriott.com

Quality Suites & Sleep Inn Lake Wright, 6280 Northampton Blvd. Norfolk 150 Yes Varies Yes No Yes757-461-6251

The Sanderling, 1461 Duck Rd., Duck, NC 225 Yes Yes Yes No Yes252-255-4925 • www.thesanderling.com

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside, 777 Waterside Dr., Norfolk 850 Yes Yes Yes No Yes757-622-6664 • www.sheratonnorfolkwaterside.com

Sheraton Virginia Beach, 3501 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach 500 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes757-425-9000 • www.sheraton.com/VirginiaBeach

Smithfield Conference Center, 220 N. Church St., Smithfield 340 Yes Yes No Yes By Vendor757-356-9939 • www.smithfieldcenter.com

Sunset Beach Resort, 32246 Charles M. Lankdord Hwy, Cape Charles 200 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes757-331-1776 • www.sunsetbeachresortva.com

Two Rivers Country Club, 1400 Two Rivers Road, Williamsburg 1200 Yes Yes Yes No Yes757-258-4610 Ext. 224 • www.governorsland.com

Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach 140 Yes Yes Yes No By Caterer757-385-0306 • www.virginiaaquarium.com

Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th Street, Virginia Beach 50-2000 Yes Varies Yes Yes 757-385-2000 • www.virginiabeachconventioncenter.com

Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News 500 Yes Varies No Yes No757-595-1900 • www.thevlm.org

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 5700 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach 500 Yes Yes Yes No Yes 757-428-7025 • www.wyndhamvirginiabeach.com

LOCATIONS

On a shimmering beach.

A gala bridal party around

a moonlit pool twenty-one

stories in the sky. A grand

reception in the region’s most

elegant oceanview ballroom.

Creative wedding events for

two people or one thousand.

Just imagine the possibilities.

We’ll take care of the rest.

To arrange a personal tour

of our oceanfront ballroom,

please call our wedding

specialists at 757.213.2324.

ThePerfectWedding

On the oceanfront at 31st Streetwww.hiltonvb.com

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On a shimmering beach.

A gala bridal party around

a moonlit pool twenty-one

stories in the sky. A grand

reception in the region’s most

elegant oceanview ballroom.

Creative wedding events for

two people or one thousand.

Just imagine the possibilities.

We’ll take care of the rest.

To arrange a personal tour

of our oceanfront ballroom,

please call our wedding

specialists at 757.213.2324.

ThePerfectWedding

On the oceanfront at 31st Streetwww.hiltonvb.com

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BRiDe fab food favors

Nature is in full bloom with spring or summer weather, and our Fab Food Favor takes advantage of that feeling of rebirth and renewal with a

fragrant, relaxing tea blend that is wonderful to share with guests as a remembrance of the special day.

Our blend incorporates dried lavender flowers, dried chamomile flowers and green tea leaves. The result is a beautiful combination of purple, yellow, white and green—colors of the season—that produces a delightful bouquet.

To make the tea blend, combine equal parts dried lavender flowers, dried chamomile flowers and green tea leaves. Make sure the

dried flowers are food-grade and have not been

treated with chemicals meant for flower arrangements or potpourri mixtures. We pur-chased a fine-quality green tea for that ingre-dient. Toss all three components together in a large bowl, and fill the tins with the mixture.

We placed our tea blend in small tin containers, purchased online for less than 50 cents each, tied them with ribbons and attached a card.

On our computer, we created stylized ini-tials and a poem, which reads:

Picture you, and picture meTogether for eternityJust how happy we will beMe for you and you for meThe print outs were cut out and pasted on

heavy-stock paper—the initial on the outside and the poem on the inside. We punched a hole in the upper left-hand corner, threaded it with ribbon and tied it onto the tin full of our

tea mixture. nHRB

Tea For Youa seasonal beverage blend makes a thoughtful, relaxing favor

Words and food styling by Patrick Evans-Hylton

727.1102 visithampton.com

When you experience life’s most important moments in dramatic settings, historic memories emerge. Whether it is the breathtaking backdrop of Fort Monroe’s waterfront gazebo, the fantasy of flight and hands on fun of the Virginia Air & Space Center, or the versatile spaces that let you create the

scene of your dreams at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, you will find unique venues that make your wedding everything you’ve envisioned. For information on Hampton venues and attractions, call the Hampton Visitor Center or visit us online.

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When you experience life’s most important moments in dramatic settings, historic memories emerge. Whether it is the breathtaking backdrop of Fort Monroe’s waterfront gazebo, the fantasy of flight and hands on fun of the Virginia Air & Space Center, or the versatile spaces that let you create the

scene of your dreams at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, you will find unique venues that make your wedding everything you’ve envisioned. For information on Hampton venues and attractions, call the Hampton Visitor Center or visit us online.

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What’s your request? Gathering family and friends from across the countryor from across town is no simple task. Whether you’re planning an intimate get together with a handful of close friends or a lavish 500 person soiree, the Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront will help make your special day unforgettable. From ceremony to celebration to honeymoon, Jane Wrenn, our Wyndham Wedding specialist will take care of every detail.

Call toll free or log on to the special wedding section of our website. 1.800.685.5105 or www.wyndhamvirginiabeach.com

Wyndham Brides are rewarded for choosing our hotel! Reserve your appointment with Jane and discover what benefits you will receive.

5700 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

I want... weddIng bells & sea shells

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