Bear Creek Golf Club – Venue Profile Review

VENUE NAME:  Bear Creek Golf Club   Street Address: 158 Bear Creek Drive. Wentzville MO 63385 Website: http://www.bearcreekgolf.com Phone:  636-332-5018 Representative: Elizabeth Hamman Email Address: events@bearcreekgolf.com Facebook Site:  https://www.facebook.com/bearcreekwentzville/?fref=ts Description: Close to Home, Far from Ordinary… At Bear Creek you will find a seasoned staff that is committed to ensuring your special day is relaxing…

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13 Reasons to Love Chocolate!

Forget death by chocolate. More and more research is showing that high quality, dark chocolate (or cocoa or cacao) may actually improve your health. Here are 13 reasons to love chocolate! Chocolate, cocoa, and cacao are high in the mineral magnesium which is essential for over 500 functions in your body, including:  heart health and muscle…

What kind of bride are you? Visionary – Functional – Savvy – Bewildered !!!

The Visionary Bride The Visionary Bride has a clear and distinct vision of exactly what she wants her wedding to be.  There is no hesitation or uncertainty about the look, the feel, and type of wedding she wants.   She doesn’t want to be overwhelmed with facts and figures.   If you are a “visionary” you may…

Are you considering Hair Extensions for your wedding?

By Special Guest Blogger – Chrissy Stojan www.hairbychissy.com   As a bride you want to look your absolute best on your wedding day, and many brides will share with their hairstylists Pinterest images of women with long, thick hair.   Did you know that 90% of those images have gals that use hair extensions? We weren’t…

Real Questions to Ask A Potential Photographer

Forget the bridal magazines and their list of questions to ask a photographer during the interview process. They have no idea! There are some questions suggested by the magazines that have no bearing what-so-ever on the real world of wedding photography, and others that are hopelessly out of date. Here are some questions that actually…

VENUE PROFILE REVIEW: HAUE VALLEY

Haue Valley Pacific, Missouri 63069 www.HaueValleyWeddings.com Phone: 314-805-7721 Contact: Kristin Binford   Description:  After 125 years of cherishing the 246 acre Haue Valley Farm, the descendants of the Haue family set out to share this little piece of heaven with close friends and family. The charming 7,000 sq ft. venue was built using cedar from the farm,…

Hendri’s Event – Venue Profile Review

VENUE: Hendri’s Events Website: www.hendris.com Phone: 314.752.4084 Representative: Dan Sulz Email: catering@hendris.com Facebook: “Hendri’s Events” at www.facebook.com/hendrisevents Description: Hendri’s is a full-service Events & Catering Company that has been serving clients throughout St. Louis, Missouri for over 40 years. Our friendly and professional staff works with you to achieve your ideal event by creating the…

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Elopements and Small Weddings right here are the trend!

  Did you know that every Wednesday at the St. Louis County courthouse you can get married by a judge? I had the chance to observe brides and grooms lining the hallways waiting their turn to be called before the judge.  As many as 28 couples waited their turn and then were called to the…

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Formal Photos – Sizes & Number of Groups & Time You Should Allocate

    Ah, the ubiquitous family group shots. They’re not exciting, but they’re an important part of most weddings. The fact is, nobody really likes posing for these and everyone is much happier when they get done quickly and move on with the day. Not to mention that some venues leave only a very tight…

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Handmade and Personalized Wedding Décor

One of the easiest ways to personalize your wedding is to add some handmade personalized décor.  That can include anything from hand painted signs, unique table centerpieces or just lots of little details scatter around the reception area. Mason jars can get a quick new look with paint – add some flowers and you’re done! …

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Be the Best You!

Brides – Stop fretting over trying to become the “perfect” you and just be you on your wedding day. Are you feeling a lot of pressure to perhaps lose weight for your wedding?   Are you concerned about what you perceive as imperfections in your appearance such as a chipped tooth?   Is this self-examination and self-criticism…

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Do you have a secret desire to be a SuperHero?

Are you a fun, crazy, and some-what offbeat couple looking to have a FUN wedding – something that’s different – something that you?   Do you have that secret craving to be a Super Hero?  Batman?  Wonder Woman?  The Hulk?   Well, express your style and have a comic book themed wedding.  From Star Wars to Spiderman…

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Are You Considering a Wedding Hair Wreath?

  Romantic hair wreaths are one of my favorite new trends that you see more and more. It’s a great alternative for an offbeat bride who cares for something fresh and youthful for her wedding. It’s especially good for that “organic” garden style wedding in an open meadow or backyard. Couple your wreath with a…

Missouri and Illinois Marriage License Requirements
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Missouri and Illinois Marriage License Requirements

  The Number One Priority in the wedding process is getting the marriage license – without the license there can be no wedding!  The wedding license is usually issued by the Recorder of Deed and your license is only valid in the state in which you apply.   All parties must be at least 18 years…

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Outdoor Places with Gazebos or Gardens

Recently we had a future bride ask about outdoor places with gazebos or gardens that could be used for wedding ceremonies.  (She was looking for FREE or almost free!) I can’t believe we haven’t written about this.  So – I tossed together some locations that come to mind.  We, of course, would love to hear…

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The Unplugged Wedding – A Great New Trend

More and more brides are insisting that guests turn off their cell phones because all the ringing and flashing can be very disturbing during their wedding ceremony.  And in addition, many professional wedding photographers are very outspoken about how cellular devices get in the way of capturing some great photos.  With guests holding up their…

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7 Tips when planning your MUSIC for Your Wedding Reception

Deciding on songs for your wedding day can be tough and stressful .  BrideSTLouis.com want to remove that stress by giving you some general guidelines. Cocktail Hour This is where you fun will begin.  The best thing to do is have your DJ start with some songs that are more your style. This will set…

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3 Ways to Help Your Wedding Photographer Capture Great Moments

(Guest Post by Patrick Pope Photography: (PatrickPopePhotography.com) Want your wedding photographer to capture those special moments? Every bride needs to know a few things about working with their photographer to get amazing images that will thrill you and excite you every time you view those images. TIPS FOR AMAZING RESULTS: First – Hire a professional…

The Forest Park Golf Course Clubhouse

VENUE NAME: The Forest Park Golf Course Clubhouse or The Norman K. Probstein Golf Course Clubhouse in Forest Park Address: 6141 Lagoon Drive, St. Louis Missouri, 63112 Website: www.forestparkgc.com Phone: 314.367.6648 Representative: Amy Milne Facebook Site: www.forestparkgc.com Email Address: AMilne@Arcisgolf.com Description: The Clubhouse offers a unique setting, conveniently located in Forest Park. Vaulted ceilings, wood…

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So what do you think?

So, what do you think? Last December I reached out to a number of experts in the wedding industry and asked, “What are your predictions for future weddings?”  Let me share with you some of what they expect, and then I would love to hear back from you as to how you feel about their…

St Louis Art Museum – Venue Profile Review

VENUE NAME:  St Louis Art Museum Address:   1 Fine Arts Dr, St Louis, MO 63110 Website:  http://www.slam.org/dining/social.html Phone:  314-655-5387 Representative:  Erica Stone Facebook Site:  https://www.facebook.com/PanoramaAtTheSaintLouisArtMuseum/?fref=ts Twitter Site: none Description: Showcasing stunning facilities, as well as classic galleries including Sculpture Hall, the Saint Louis Art Museum is an elegant setting for your special event. With many…

Wedding Coordinator or Venue Coordinator? There is a difference

It’s probably a good time to clear up some confusion with regard to wedding coordinator versus venue coordinator.   There are many venues that will offer you a Venue Coordinator complimentary.   A Venue Coordinator deals with everything having to do with the reception venue – food, setup, etc.   If your ceremony is at a location other…

Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center – Venue Profile Review

Venue Name: Pere Marquette Lodge and Conference Center Address (City, State, Zip): Grafton, IL. 62037 Website: www.pmlodge.net Phone Number:  618-786-2331 Representative: Leslie Franklin (Advertising and Marketing) Arielle Tewell (Director of Catering & Wedding Coordinator) Facebook Site: Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center Twitter Site: @pmlodge Description of venue:  Pere Marquette Lodge and Conference Center is…