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BUDGETThe budget can be a stressful part of wedding planning. Let this worksheet and theexpert tips from The Estate at Independence help you navigate this difficult task.ITEMBUDGETACTUALWedding CoordinatorWedding RingsWedding tionSite tertainmentCeremony MusicBand/DJPhotographyEngagementBridal PortraitWedding DayAlbumExtra PrintsVideographyMother’s ApparelStationeryInvitationsReply CardsThank You NotesPostageSUBTOTAL 1Reception Site When choosing a venue,Cater/Food/Beverage Be sure to look at whatDJ vs. Band When making this decision, makeconsider what they include in the rental fee suchas chairs, tables, linens, etc. This can make onevenue a more budget friendly option over another.Plan on about 50% of your total budget goingtoward this part of the wedding that includes yourrental (venue) fee, food, beverage, rentals and etc.the food and beverage minimum is for a specificvenue before you sign the contract. This will saveyou the headache of trying to use that money onunneeded items. If you are looking to stay withina certain budget, limiting the bar to beer and winecan help. Add a little bit of personality to yourcocktail hour with a signature drink!sure you know the rules of the venue and thespace available. A 5-piece band is going to needmore space than a DJ!230RICH MO N D WE DD ING S M A GA ZINE
BUDGETF L AW L E S SEXECUTIONIndependence assists youin planning a special daythat reflects your style.Attendant Gifts Think of treating your bridal partyto more of an experience than just a gift. For the guys,how about a round of golf? For the ladies, it could be aday of pampering and afternoon MBUDGETACTUALFormalwearGroom’s TuxedoFather’s TuxedoFlowersCeremony SiteBridal BouquetAttendantsParentsGrandparentsReception SiteOfficiantMarriage LicenseAccommodationsWedding NightOtherAttendants GiftsTransportationRentalsCeremony SiteReception SiteMiscellaneousItem 1Item 2Item 3Item 4SUBTOTAL 2GRAND TOTALFlowers Some ceremony sites speak forGratuities For your caterer or food serviceAccommodations If you are having yourthemselves and don’t need an abundance offlowers. You can then focus your floral budget onthe reception space and really WOW your guests.gratuity is always added into your bottom line, butyou do have other wonderful vendors on the day ofthat you can treat. Keep this in mind when thinkingabout your budget. Be sure to arrange envelopeswith each vendor’s name on it and have yourwedding planner handle this on the day of.reception in a space that has guest roomsavailable, see if there is a discount for your roomor for anyone in your bridal party.RI C H M O ND W E D D INGS.COM231
WEDDING COUNTDOWN CHECKLIST12-18 MonthsDetermine the style of wedding you want – formal,semi-formal or casualDecide how many guests you will be inviting before gettingyour heart set on a venueStart scheduling visits to wedding venuesHire a hair and makeup artist or teamConsider having them come on site to your bridal suite.That way it saves time and is less stress on the day of. TheEstate at Independence boasts a fully equipped bridal areawith a private bath, large vanity and a bar cart!Interview & choose a wedding coordinatorReserve hotel room blocks for guestsFigure out your budget & discuss who will be helping withwhich expensesSet up cake tastingsChoose & book a ceremony venue if separate from yourreception locationChoose your wedding partyHost a brunch with us to ask your best friends to be a partof your wedding. No one says no to mimosas and bacon!A late morning brunch is gorgeous hosted on our outdoorterrace overlooking the course.9-12 MonthsNail down your reception venueSet up tastings with caterersBe sure your caterer can accommodate your vision for themenu. We offer everything from a BBQ with a macaroni barto a full 3-course sit down dinner. We love to collaboratewith our clients to create a menu that speaks true to yourvision and personality.Determine order of ceremony events & choosewording for programs4-6 MonthsConsult with a professional lighting companySelect ceremony musiciansMeet with your DJ about music for your weddingdinner & receptionConsult your travel agent abouthoneymoon plansSchedule fittings for men’s formalwearTalk with a stationer about invitations, programs & otherpaper goodsPick & reserve your perfect honeymoon destinationShop for your wedding bandsStart working with your coordinator on the wedding daytimelineSet up your wedding registry at your favorite stores or setup an online honeymoon fundSchedule appointments with bridal salonsReserve wedding day transportationChoose wedding party attireCarefully choose & reserve rental itemsGuys can add a little personality with a Collard Greens bowtie or belt from our golf shop, Shadewells!Visit the tools page on RichmondWeddings.com to findour free downloadable Rental Return Checklist!Interview & choose a photographerFinalize floral designFind the perfect floristOrder your wedding cake & if you’re a traditional Southernbride, order the groom’s cakeSchedule your engagement photo sessionSend local activity information to guestsPeruse the portfolios of videographers & find the rightperson to document your day on videoMake sure you have all of your travel immunizationsFind an officiant & meet with him or her to talk aboutceremony detailsKeep up with your gown fittingsConsider dance lessonsTalk with your officiant about pre-marital coachingSetup an outing for your groomMake sure your visas & passports are up to dateThis is a perfect way for the guys on either side to get toknow each other. Set up a round of golf at our 18-holechampionship course and end with lunch at Tavern 19! Wecan also arrange for Alton Lane, our menswear partner toprovide customized fittings for all the guys using their stateof the art technology!Nail down your catererInterview DJs to find the right entertainer2326-9 MonthsRIC H M O N D WE D DI NG S M A GA ZINE
Use this countdown and the expert tips from The Estate at Independenceto ensure you are all set for your big day!2-4 MonthsConfirm honeymoon reservations & be sure that yourluggage meets current travel regulationsSend a wedding announcement to yourlocal newspaper with a photoMake it official – secure marriage licenseArrange professional addressing of invitationsRecord gifts as your receive them and write thank you notesCheck out our article on page 196 for a lessonin invitation addressing etiquette!Invite wedding party & out-of-town guests torehearsal dinnerHand select gifts for bridal party and each otherReview your reception seating chartFor the craft brew lovers, a Tavern 19 growler filled withtheir favorite beer is a perfect addition to their collection.Brides can reserve a tee time online for the guys to playthe morning of the wedding because we all know it doesn’ttake them long to get ready!Schedule hair & makeup trialMake sure your bridesmaids have chosenthe right shoesSchedule final gown and men’s formalwear fittingsMake rehearsal dinner reservationsConsider planning a welcome party if you are having a lotof out of town guestsForgo the traditional rehearsal dinner for a fun welcomeparty! Mingle on our outdoor terrace while sipping bubblyand noshing on mini burgers. Your guests can enjoy agame of bocce ball or corn hole as you watch the sunsetover our pristine landscape.Schedule your bridal portrait sessionOrder favors or forgo favors & make a charitable donationon your guests’ behalfProvide planner with welcome baskets forout-of-town guestsThink about adding late night snacks to your menuOnce the dancing starts and the night winds downeveryone gets a little hungry. Consider adding somedelicious woodstone oven pizza, hamburger sliders or ourfavorite, a s’mores bar outside around our fire pits.1-2 MonthsMail formal invitations four to six weeksbefore the weddingMake sure all written contracts with vendors are in placeGo to your final gown fitting & be sure that your mom orMaid Of Honor learns to bustle your dressPlan bridesmaid outingIf you are a wine lover, set up a tasting at The Estateat Independence with light bites for your bridesmaidsto enjoy.2-4 WeeksConfirm wedding rehearsal time and address withparticipating partiesConfirm transportation and arrival timesConfirm hotel room blocksArrange to professionally clean & preserve your gownafter the weddingWrite or choose your wedding vowsFinalize your wedding day timeline with your planner & besure to a copy goes to all participating vendors1-2 WeeksPick up wedding bands. Be sure to check sizes& engravingsGet your engagement ring cleaned so that it sparkleson your wedding dayFinal consultations with vendorsSend final guest count to caterer & venuesRemind the boys to pick up their formalwear & shoesStock your bridal emergency kitGet excited! Your big day is almost here!WO R L D C L A S SACCO M M O DAT I O N SWhen booking accommodations for yourself and yourguests, make sure it is close to your venue. On-site atThe Estate at Independence, we have two world classaccommodations, the Robins Cottages and Swink Lodge.They are perfect for the bridal party to enjoy the weddingweekend with all of the comforts of home.RI C H M O ND W E D D INGS.COM233
DIRECTORY OF PROFESSIONALSalterationsbandsBliss BridalConsignment Boutique2033 Huguenot RoadRichmond, VA 23235(804) 560-4447Ad page 125Choice Entertainment10035 Sliding Hill Road - Suite 200Ashland, VA 23005(804) 788-4603Ad page 215Inspired by the Dress1500 Confederate AvenueRichmond, VA 23227(804) 355-4727Ad page 125Pleiades Bridal Design Studio425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 340-2966Ad page 126Tiffanys BridalRidge Shopping Center1517-D North Parham RoadHenrico, VA 23229(804) 273-6303Ad inside back coverbachelorettepartiesBodybrite11575 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 360-9500Ad page 178The Broadberry2729 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 353-1888Ad page 45Fiamour Lingerie & Intimi3030 West Cary StreetRichmond, VA 23221(804) 445-2435Ad page 125Soul Aerial andPerforming Arts Center1632 Ownby LaneRichmond, VA 23220(804) 310-4858Ad page 180Wine and Design2707 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 359-9149Ad page 66234Bow Tied Weddings(804) 338-6310Ad page 213Debonaire EntertainmentRichmond, VA(804) 690-7682Ad page 219EastCoast Entertainment703 Southlake BoulevardRichmond, VA 23236(804) 355-2178Ad page 217bridal registriesDillard'sShort Pump Town Center(804) 253-0182Stony Point Fashion Park(804) 253-1860Macy'sSouthpark Mall(804) 526-4400Virginia Center Commons(804) 261-3991Chesterfield Towne Center(804) 794-5800Regency Square Shopping Center(804) 740-6700Short Pump Town Center(804) 364-8209bridesmaid dressesBridal Elegance11521 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 747-5070Ad page 126Sealed With A Kiss201 Towne Center West Blvd. - #713Richmond, VA 23233(804) 393-2041Ad page 129Tiffanys BridalRidge Shopping Center1517-D North Parham RoadHenrico, VA 23229(804) 273-6303Ad inside back coverRICH MO N D WE DD ING S M A GA ZINEcakes, cookies &cupcakesCakes by Graham718 North Cleveland StreetRichmond, VA 23221(804) 288-1920Ad page 193Class Act819 Grove Road - Suite DMidlothian, VA 23114(804) 441-5153Ad page 23Martin's Food Marketswww.martinsfoods.comAd page 190Melissa's Simply SweetGlen Allen, VA 23059(804) 869-7464Ad page 194The Mixing Bowl Bakery8903 Three Chopt RoadHenrico, VA 23229(804) 288-2712Ad page 195Sugar Fix Bakery105-B England StreetAshland, VA 23005(804) 368-7718Ad page 194Westhampton Pastry Shop, Inc.5728 Patterson AvenueRichmond, VA 23226(804) 282-4413Ad page 194calligraphyBy Invitation Only11741 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 364-8474Ad page 203English Tea Paperie(804) 608-0997Ad page 199Kim Moody Design201 South Main StreetBlackstone, VA 23824(434) 292-5000Ad page 15Kim Moody Design(by appointment only)425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 887-0171Ad page 15Paper on the Avenue401 Libbie AvenueRichmond, VA 23226(804) 288-5120Ad page 200caterersA Sharper PalateCatering & Events5511 Lakeside AvenueRichmond, VA 23228(804) 553-0495Ad page 101Butler's Unique Catering10 East Franklin StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 519-9278Ad page 102Capt Rob's Pigalicious BBQP.O. Box 6424Ashland, VA 23005(804) 399-3587Ad page 102Class Act819 Grove Road - Suite DMidlothian, VA 23114(804) 441-5153Ad page 23Deep Run Roadhouse Catering12379 Gayton RoadRichmond, VA 23238(804) 740-6301Ad page 103Goodrich GourmetCatering Company112 South 2nd StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 750-1400Ad page 103Goodrich GourmetCatering Company5660 Indian River RoadSuite 113Virginia Beach, VA 23454(804) 750-1400Ad page 103I.K. Catering7522 Lee Davis RoadMechanicsville, VA 23111(804) 427-3663Ad page 102InOvation Catering Co.Richmond, VA(804) 938-9355Ad page 105Maggiano's Little Italy11800 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 253-0910Ad page 81
Mama J's415 North 1st StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 225-8555Ad page 103St. Joseph's Villa8000 Brook RoadRichmond, VA 23227(804) 553-3215Ad page 42Q Barbequewww.qbarbeque.comAd page 100Tiny Chapel WeddingsRichmond, VA(804) 396-4245Ad page 42Sophisticated Soirees8938 Quioccasin RoadHenrico, VA 23229(804) 357-3093Ad page 100ceremonymusiciansBelle Arte String QuartetP.O. Box 74Rockville, VA 23146(804) 749-4265Ad page 219Bow Tied Weddings(804) 338-6310Ad page 213Choice Entertainment10035 Sliding Hill RoadSuite 200Ashland, VA 23005(804) 788-4603Ad page 215Debonaire EntertainmentRichmond, VA(804) 690-7682Ad page 219EastCoast Entertainment703 Southlake BoulevardRichmond, VA 23236(804) 355-2178Ad page 217Lyric String Quartet(804) 233-1642Ad page 219churchesHenricus Historical Park251 Henricus Park RoadChester, VA 23836(804) 748-1131Ad page 75Monumental Church1224 East Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 643-7407Ad page 42Unity Christ Church of Bon Air923 Buford RoadRichmond, VA 23235(804) 320-5584Ad page 42consignmentgownsBliss Bridal Consignment Boutique2033 Huguenot RoadRichmond, VA 23235(804) 560-4447Ad page 125custom gownsInspired by the Dress1500 Confederate AvenueRichmond, VA 23227(804) 355-4727Ad page 125Pleiades Bridal Design Studio425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 340-2966Ad page 126dance instructionRigby's JigBallroom & Dance Studio5470 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23230(804) 864-2300Ad page 217Simply Ballroom3549 Courthouse RoadRichmond, VA 23236(804) 276-3343Ad page 217disc jockeysBow Tied Weddings(804) 338-6310Ad page 213Choice Entertainment10035 Sliding Hill RoadSuite 200Ashland, VA 23005(804) 788-4603Ad page 215Debonaire EntertainmentRichmond, VA(804) 690-7682Ad page 219Disc Jockey Services(804) 662-6199Ad page 217EastCoast Entertainment703 Southlake BoulevardRichmond, VA 23236(804) 355-2178Ad page 217Manny Green Entertainment13751 Lintel LaneMidlothian, VA 23113(804) 379-9404Ad page 219Nard's Professional DJ Service2306 Adelphi RoadRichmond, VA 23229(804) 747-9159Ad page 215eclectic &vintage rentalsPaisley & Jade3119 West Moore StreetRichmond, VA 23230(804) 381-4625Ad page 115event staffingThe Coordinated Event3108 Douglasdale RoadRichmond, VA 23221(804) 344-0011Ad page 20fitnessflowersBlack Iris Floral Events20 East Main StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 495-6044Ad page 185Blooms at The Jefferson101 West Franklin StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 649-4676Ad page 3Designs by Victoria FloralRichmond, VA(804) 560-7700Ad page 187FloraCulture LLCRichmond, VA(804) 355-1096Ad page 189FloraWorx4607 Rocking Horse LaneCharles City, VA 23030(804) 614-7799Ad page 188Flowers Make Scents1272 Alverser PlazaMidlothian, VA 23113(804) 897-6100Ad page 188The Green Flamingo1200 Semmes Avenue - #103Richmond, VA 23224(804) 426-5632Ad page 186Kim Moody Design201 South Main StreetBlackstone, VA 23824(434) 292-5000Ad page 15American Family Fitness9 Locations to Serve Youwww.amfamfit.comAd page 179Kim Moody Design(by appointment only)425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 887-0171Ad page 15Ceremony YogaRichmond, VA(540) 421-9234Ad page 180Lasting FloralsMidlothian, VA(804) 839-1047Ad page 187ReDefine RVA2609 West Cary StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 213-0000Ad page 181Martin's Food Marketswww.martinsfoods.comAd page 190Soul Aerial and PerformingArts Center1632 Ownby LaneRichmond, VA 23220(804) 310-4858Ad page 180Strange's Floristsand Garden Centers12111 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 321-2200Ad page 189RI C H M O ND W E D D INGS.COM235
DIRECTORY OF PROFESSIONALSVogue Flowers1114 North BoulevardRichmond, VA 23230(804) 353-9600Ad page 187Zahara's Events and DesignP.O. Box 5750Midlothian, VA 23112(804) 464-7327Ad page 20Puritan Cleaners13 Locations to Serve You(804) 355-5726Ad page 130Tiffanys BridalRidge Shopping Center1517 North Parham RoadHenrico, VA 23229(804) 273-6303Ad inside back covergifts & favorsgown restorationBy Invitation Only11741 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 364-8474Ad page 203Handcraft CleanersSpecialty Division5705 Patterson AvenueRichmond, VA 23226(804) 212-7683Ad page 121The Green Flamingo1200 Semmes Avenue - #103Richmond, VA 23224(804) 426-5632Ad page 186Invitation to Party101 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 897-1903Ad page 201Kim Moody Design201 South Main StreetBlackstone, VA 23824(434) 292-5000Ad page 15Kim Moody Design(by appointment only)425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 887-0171Ad page 15gown preservation& cleaningHandcraft CleanersSpecialty Division5705 Patterson AvenueRichmond, VA 23226(804) 212-7683Ad page 121Kim Moody Design201 South Main StreetBlackstone, VA 23824(434) 292-5000Ad page 15Kim Moody Design(by appointment only)425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 887-0171Ad page 15236Inspired by the Dress1500 Confederate AvenueRichmond, VA 23227(804) 355-4727Ad page 125Pleiades Bridal Design Studio425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 340-2966Ad page 126Puritan Cleaners13 Locations to Serve You(804) 355-5726Ad page 130guestaccommodationsApple Blossom Plantation6311 South Courthouse RoadProvidence Forge, VA 23140(804) 966-1411Ad page 84The Berkeley Hotel1200 East Cary StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 225-5141Ad page 64Courtyard by MarriottRichmond Northwest3950 Westerre ParkwayRichmond, VA 23233(804) 205-6875Ad page 66Courtyard by MarriottRichmond West6400 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23230(804) 205-6875Ad page 66RICH MO N D WE DD ING S M A GA ZINECrowne PlazaRichmond Downtown555 East Canal StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 344-2972Ad page 47DoubleTree by HiltonRichmond-Midlothian1021 Koger Center BoulevardRichmond, VA 23235(804) 379-3800Ad page 45Embassy Suites2925 Emerywood ParkwayRichmond, VA 23294(804) 521-1601Ad page 56Four Points by SheratonRichmond Airport4700 South Laburnum AvenueHenrico, VA 23231(804) 226-4300Ad page 60Four Points by Sheraton Richmond9901 Midlothian TurnpikeRichmond, VA 23235(804) 521-2211Ad page 49Hampton Inn Richmond West10800 West Broad StreetGlen Allen, VA 23060(804) 747-7777Ad page 69Hilton Garden InnRichmond Innsbrook4050 Cox RoadGlen Allen, VA 23060(804) 521-2900Ad page 56Hilton Richmond Downtown501 East Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 727-2104Ad page 65Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spaat Short Pump12042 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 364-3600Ad page 67Historic Jasmine Plantation4500 North Courthouse RoadProvidence Forge, VA 23140(804) 966-9836Ad page 90Historic Mankin MansionWedding ResortBed and Breakfast4300 Oakleys LaneRichmond, VA 23223(804) 737-7773Ad page 1The Jefferson Hotel101 West Franklin StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 649-4612Ad page 3Linden Row Inn100 East Franklin StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 225-5841Ad page 51Marriott Richmond Short Pump4240 Dominion BoulevardGlen Allen, VA 23060(804) 965-9500Ad page 67Omni Hotels and Resorts100 South 12th StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 344-7000Ad page 56Quirk Hotel201 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23220(844) 75-QUIRKAd page 57Richmond Airport Hotel5501 Eubank RoadSandston, VA 23150(804) 226-6400Virginia Beach Resort Hotel &Conference Center2800 Shore DriveVirginia Beach, VA 23451(800) 468-2722Ad page 55The Virginia Cliffe InnIn Historic Glen Allen2900 Mountain RoadGlen Allen, VA 23060(804) 266-7344Ad page 87The Westin Richmond6631 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23230(804) 282-8444Ad page 59Winterham Plantation11441 Grub Hill Church RoadAmelia, VA 23002(804) 561-4519Ad page 86Wyndham Virginia Crossings Hotel1000 Virginia Center ParkwayGlen Allen, VA 23059(804) 727-1477Ad page 76
hair & makeupLou Stevens Glam Squad101 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 305-3965Ad page 172Makeup Artistry by TishArt Works Studio & Galleries320 Hull Street - Suite 110Richmond, VA 23224(804) 301-3635Ad page 174Mary Kay CosmeticsKelly ShannonMechanicsville, VA(804) 402-8672Ad page 174Salon Debonaire8514 Patterson AvenueRichmond, VA 23229(804) 741-0429Ad page 174honeymoon& travelAccent On Travel1125 Gaskins RoadSuite 600Richmond, VA 23238(804) 273-0564Ad page 220Journeys, Inc.6804 Patterson AvenueRichmond, VA 23226(804) 592-0188Ad page 227Ruth Stirling Travel8011 Ordinary Keepers WayMechanicsville, VA 23111(804) 746-1838Ad page 227The Vacation ChicRichmond, VA(804) 370-8294Ad page 227ice sculpturesIce Art(757) 498-4777Ad page 115invitations &paper goodsBy Invitation Only11741 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 364-8474Ad page 203Class Act819 Grove Road - Suite DMidlothian, VA 23114(804) 441-5153Ad page 23English Tea Paperie(804) 608-0997Ad page 199Invitation to Party101 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 897-1903Ad page 201Kim Moody Design201 South Main StreetBlackstone, VA 23824(434) 292-5000Ad page 15Kim Moody Design(by appointment only)425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 887-0171Ad page 15Paper on the Avenue401 Libbie AvenueRichmond, VA 23226(804) 288-5120Ad page 200jewelryDiamonds DirectShort Pump11131 West Broad StreetGlen Allen, VA 23060(804) 967-0500Ad back coverlighting designphoto boothsChoice Events10035 Sliding Hill RoadSuite 200Ashland, VA 23005(804) 788-4603Ad page 215Choice Entertainment10035 Sliding Hill RoadSuite 200Ashland, VA 23005(804) 788-4603Ad page 215EastCoast Entertainment703 Southlake BoulevardRichmond, VA 23236(804) 355-2178Ad page 217EastCoast Entertainment703 Southlake BoulevardRichmond, VA 23236(804) 355-2178Ad page 217Lighting Professors6403-G Dickens PlaceRichmond, VA 23230(804) 755-8014Ad page 115Flutter My ShutterRichmond, VA(804) 347-0889Ad page 116lingerieFiamour Lingerie & Intimi3030 West Cary StreetRichmond, VA 23221(804) 445-2435Ad page 125luxury restroomtrailersEdmunds Waste Removal8507 McKenney HighwayMcKenney, VA 23872(804) 478-4688Ad page 116mother's apparelTiffanys BridalRidge Shopping Center1517 North Parham RoadHenrico, VA 23229(804) 273-6303Ad inside back coverofficiantsReverend Phyllis Ann MinNon-DenominationalPersonalized WeddingsRichmond(804) 353-9127Ad page 23Tiny Chapel WeddingsRichmond, VA(804) 396-4245Ad page 42Party Pictures RVA8230 Trappers Creek TrailChesterfield, VA 23832(804) 240-5826Ad page 116Virginia Photobooths and MoreMechanicsville, VA(804) 651-2409Ad page 115photographersBob Schnell Photo4801 Whitestone DriveRichmond, VA 23234(804) 647-3640Ad page 165Butler Portraits4600 Millridge ParkwayMidlothian, VA 23112(804) 744-4700Ad page 168David Abel Photography4820 Sapphire DriveMidlothian, VA 23112(804) 601-6510Ad page 163Don Mears Photography1623 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 915-7491Ad page 163Hayes and Fisk Photography1003 North Parham RoadRichmond, VA 23229(804) 740-9307Ad pages 156-157Hunter Henkel PhotographyRichmond, VA(804) 330-7429Ad page 159RI C H M O ND W E D D INGS.COM237
DIRECTORY OF PROFESSIONALSJulie J. PhotographyRichmond, VA(804) 368-4464Ad page 165Kristine Pringle PhotographyMidlothian, VA(434) 872-3706Ad page 158Lisa Ross Photography10516 Glencoe RoadGlen Allen, VA 23060(804) 874-2089Ad page 168skincarevenuesClassic Party Rentals of VA South9313 Burge AvenueRichmond, VA 23237(804) 743-7980Ad page 109Bodybrite11575 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 360-9500Ad page 178Pages 91-96Classic Party Rentals of VA West9127-B West Broad StreetRichmond, VA(804) 270-9544Ad page 109Mary Kay CosmeticsKelly ShannonMechanicsville, VA(804) 402-8672Ad page 174Memories Videography3966 Springfield RoadGlen Allen, VA 23060(804) 273-9044Ad page 169rentalsMeghan McSweeney Photography(804) 647-9412Ad page 168Edmunds Waste Removal8507 McKenney Highway,McKenney, VA 23872(804) 478-4688Ad page 116Neilson-Hall Photography2643 Hadensville Fife RoadGoochland, VA 23063(804) 467-3866Ad page 163Kim Moody Design201 South Main StreetBlackstone, VA 23824(434) 292-5000Ad page 15Nicole Vance Photography2405 Westwood AvenueSuite 201Richmond, VA 23230(804) 690-0017Ad page 163Kim Moody Design(by appointment only)425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 887-0171Ad page 15Paige Stevens Photography104-A North 19th StreetRichmond, VA 23223(804) 304-0035Ad page 165Lane Special Event Rentals904 Southlake BoulevardNorth Chesterfield, VA 23236(804) 794-2170Ad page 115Pink Photography00 East 4th Street - Studio 26Richmond, VA 23224(804) 476-2529Ad page 158Paisley & Jade3119 West Moore StreetRichmond, VA 23230(804) 381-4625Ad page 115Robert Harris Photography1321 Page RoadPowhatan, VA 23139(804) 379-7400Ad page 164Party Perfect3210 West Marshall StreetRichmond, VA 23230(804) 359-2400Ad page 113Sean DeWitt Photography(804) 687-9091Ad page 154The Prop Shop Party Rentals1512 Belleville StreetRichmond, VA 23230(804) 228-1100Ad page 106Sean Holder Photography(757) 553-1810Ad page 164Steven and Lily PhotographyRichmond, VA(804) 357-2929Ad page 169Rent-E-Quip2600 BoulevardColonial Heights, VA 23834(804) 520-7100Ad page 111Third Eye Studios(804) 245-2631Ad page 168WDB PhotographyRichmond, VA(804) 690-3716Ad page 164238RIC H M O N D WE D DI NG S M A GA ZINEtransportationDown Under Limousine2050 Valpark DriveOilville, VA 23129(804) 784-4024Ad page 204Groome Transportation5500 Lewis RoadSandston, VA 23150(804) 222-7226Ad page 209Taylor's Classic TravelsRichmond, VA(804) 767-6800Ad page 207TNT Limousine10124 West Broad StreetSuite GRichmond, VA 23060(804) 965-0990Ad page 208tuxedosBliss BridalConsignment Boutique2033 Huguenot RoadRichmond, VA 23235(804) 560-4447Ad page 125The Groom's Corner(located inside Tiffanys Bridal)1517 North Parham RoadHenrico, VA 23229(804) 273-6303Ad page 134Sealed With A Kiss201 Towne Center West Blvd. - #713Richmond, VA 23233(804) 393-2041Ad page 129videographersStarring You Productions LLC7104 Mechanicsville TurnpikeSuite 224Mechanicsville, VA 23111(804) 426-2348Ad page 169wedding gownsAnnalise Bridal1309 East Main StreetRichmond, VA 23219(804) 649-3000Ad page 126Bliss BridalConsignment Boutique2033 Huguenot RoadRichmond, VA 23235(804) 560-4447Ad page 125Bridal Elegance11521 West Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23233(804) 747-5070Ad page 126Inspired by the Dress1500 Confederate AvenueRichmond, VA 23227(804) 355-4727Ad page 125Pleiades Bridal Design Studio425 Strawberry StreetRichmond, VA 23220(804) 340-2966Ad page 126Sealed With A Kiss201 Towne Center West Blvd.#713Richmond, VA 23233(804) 393-2041Ad page 129Tiffanys BridalRidge Shopping Center1517 North Parham RoadHenrico, VA 23229(804) 273-6303Ad inside back cover
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