Vermont Vows Fall/Winter 2009

FALL AND WINTER IN VERMONT ARE BEAUTY DEFINED, FROM AUTUMNAL foliage in rich reds and sunset oranges to a fresh snowfall enveloping the mountains in a robe of pure white. Here the world is as pristine as fairy tales would have you imagine. There’s nothing quite like cozying up and enjoying the rural scenery from the comfort of a fireplace hearth with a slice of homemade apple pie. If you haven’t experienced the glory of our state yet, wait no more…your wedding wonderland awaits.

with love, Vermont

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COVER: DAVID SEAVER PHOTOGRAPHY

Vermont Fresh

Pick Your Palette: Color schemes and decorative complements ............. {79}

The Table: Vintage Charm ............................................................. {142}

Unveiled: Behind the scenes with floral designer Nancy Murray .......... {152}

Wedding Weekends: Dream getaways near and far ......................... {197}

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Wedding & Gift Registry

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Tips & Advice

“I Do” Etiquette ................................ {34}

Style File Décor & Flowers ....................{165}

Style File Cakes & Treats ...................... {183}

Made in Vermont ............................. {207}

Additional Resources More ............................................ {209}

Advertiser Directory ........................... {213}

Fabulous Vermont Weddings

Carrie Van Driel to Ian Wyatt................ {44}

Nili Yavin to Anthony Panebianco ............{ 52}

Caitlin Kennedy to Christopher Carney ..... {60}

Kerry Dvorin to Eric Dorfman ................ {68}

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{Wedding Day Colors} from the runwayFRESH COLOR COMBINATIONS WITH LOCAL FLAVOR

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here’s a recent trend in the wedding industry to

go back to basics, to make weddings less big-scale

productions and more personal, heartfelt celebrations

of love and family.

For us here at Vermont Vows, though, this trend is nothing new. Focusing on the intimate, personal, and individual has been our mantra since day one, and we’ve made it our goal to bring you the very best of all things wedding-related in the place where you’ll be spending one of the most magical days of your life.

And that’s what makes us different – within these pages you’ll find a lot of heart and soul, not only from us but also from the amazingly talented wedding community that exists here in Vermont. It’s why I can say honestly that every single issue we create is my favorite – and this one is no exception. I love this issue!

For example, we worked with internationally acclaimed floral and event designer Ariella Chezar on “Vintage Finds” (page 143) to create beautiful and practical ways to integrate vintage pieces and found objects into your wedding décor, for a look that’s completely one-of-a-kind. And we created new wedding-color palettes (page 79), ranging from the whimsical to the extravagant, that brides tell us are all inspiring. That’s what we do at Vermont Vows: discover the most exciting ideas, both traditional and innovative, for unique weddings.

There’s something inherently romantic about fall and winter – they’re seasons when things slow down a bit, when you might feel like the only bride in the world instead of another in a long line of summer wedding weekends. So soak in the season. Light a fire. Eat something that’s been cooking since morning. Flaunt your favorite color like an autumn forest. With this, our fifth fall/winter issue of Vermont Vows, I hope we inspire you to revel in the seasonal possibilities. Consider this our take on “tidings of comfort and joy” – I think you’ll find this issue packed with plenty of both.

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Some of my favorite Pages in this issue: 54, 82, 123 & 165

V* It is such a treat to be able to help loved ones with their weddings (I covered those hay bales)!

PAGENO. 46Keep up to date with everything vermont weddings: vtvows.com

*follow us on twitter:vermontweddings

DARIA BISHOP

BARRIE FISHER

WHO’S who IN “I DO”?Just like any good wedding, this issue got a lot of help

from these talented people, who lent their creativity

and dedication to shaping a terrific issue!

Christy Beltrami-Yager and Bryan Yager, co-owners of Beltrami Studios, have more then 60 years of combined studio-photography experience. The most award-winning studio in New England, Beltrami offers exceptional portraits and wedding snapshots.

Alison Bucholz-Ellis, owner of Floral Artistry, has over 13 years of experience designing and creating refined floral arrangements. Alison pays attention to the details, making sure that each arrangement is picture- perfect for the big day.

With more than 26 years’ experience as a professional photographer, Barrie Fisher creates images of incomparable artistry, a testament to her considerable talent and skill.

Kate Taylor Hays is a chef and the owner of Dish Catering. She also develops recipes and does food styling for cookbooks and national magazines.

Native Vermonter Danika Johnson, owner of Blomma Flicka Flowers, is moved and inspired by the natural beauty of the state, bringing her passion to life in innovative floral designs and stunning arrangements.

Designer/owner Tedd Kapinos of Jasper and Prudence Floral hand-selects the freshest flowers available to create unique, uncommonly beautiful wedding bouquets and arrangements for celebrations of all kinds.

25-year wedding-industry veteran and Culinary Institute of America alumna Irene Maston, of Irene’s Cakes by Design, is known for her flair in concocting scrumptious fantasy cakes.

Keith McManis is the owner of Fusion Management Group, a Burlington-based modeling and talent agency.

Celebrity makeup artist d.d. Nickel has more than a decade of experience making faces look radiant for the camera. She matches her talent and love of color to every bride’s individual taste.

Tara Pollio, owner of Tara Pollio Floral-Event Design, specializes in Vermont destination weddings and serves an international clientele. An exceptional talent, Tara is the go-to-resource for planning the Vermont destination wedding of your dreams.

Anna Post works full time for the Emily Post Institute in Burlington, writing and speaking on matters of etiquette. Her sage advice helps couples maneuver through all the wedding formalities with grace.

When he’s not photographing weddings, David Seaver can be found in the far reaches of Cambodia and other parts of Southeast Asia, honing his skills as a documentary photographer.

For advice from some of our state’s top wedding professionals, visit

vtvows.com/expert-advice

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FREEDOM to MARRYWith Vermont joining a handful of other

progressive states in legalizing gay

marriage, “Till death do you part” is now

a pledge that can be made by all. Here

come the brides (and grooms)!

Gay or straight the angst, the planning, the worry, the timing... it's all the same.

PAMPER YOURSELF PRETTYBuff away those wedding-party blues with the only full-service spa in the Burlington area that has been designed to accommodate all of your bridesmaids. Nothing says “I love you” to the girls like indulging in a manicure, pedicure, and facial at the AAA Four Diamond-rated Essex Resort & Spa. For information and a spa services menu: vtculinaryresort.com.

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C A K E C O U T U R EA master of all things flour and

fondant, Irene Maston’s wedding

cakes are extraordinary. And it’s not

just Vermonters who are singing

her praises. In a recent national

“Dream Wedding and Groom’s Cake

Competition,” she placed fifth —

no simple feat. Visit irenemaston.com

for more information.

Vermont M adeBaby, it’s cold outside, but have no fear – chilly weather makes for delectable dessert wines. Vermont’s premier ice wine producer, Boyden Valley Winery (boydenvalley.com), offers a topnotch selection that will pair beautifully with wedding cake.

COZY ON UP!New to Vermont Tent Company —

lounge furniture for your wedding. It’s

down-home comfort, just decidedly

more posh. For more, go to vttent.com.

At the base of Spruce Peak and Mount Mansfield, Vermont’s

highest peak, is the new Spruce Camp, a world class, state-of-the-art Wedding and Events

Venue, rivaling the world’s most luxurious and contemporary

mountainside facilities.

“The Great Room” features stunning, award winning architecture, a full service

bar, lounge with soaring ceiling, native stone fireplace and slopeside stone patios. We also offer slopeside lodging at the Inn

at the Mountain and Stowe Mountain Lodge. Outdoor ceremonies and cocktail

receptions also available.

Stowe Mountain Resort 5781 Mountain Road 800.253.4754 stowe.com

Personal wedding planning services & World class chef driven menus.

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IT TOOK CARRIE VAN DRIEL MORE THAN FIVE YEARS TO FALL IN

love with Ian Wyatt. It took her less than a month to fall in love with Vermont.

Carrie and Ian had been friendly in a casual kind of way since being introduced by a mutual friend in Washington, D.C., after graduation, but it wasn’t until a weekend in New York five years later that they connected romantically.

It might have taken five years for the spark to ignite, but when it did, there was no stopping it. “We seemed to know from the start that we’d be together,” says Carrie, who met Ian’s parents just three weeks after their first date and introduced Ian to her own family a few months later. “We managed to fit nicely into each other’s lives. We were meant to be.”

Life in Vermont was meant to be, too. On their very first ski weekend in the state — and Carrie’s first trip to Vermont — they started looking at houses, casually at first, then more seriously. Within a month, they’d found the spot. “We thought it would be a second home, a place we’d visit every so often,” Carrie said. Within a year, though, they had made their property in Vermont their full-time residence.

The Vermont property was such a special place that Ian thought it would be the perfect spot for a proposal. On the first night of their holiday vacation in Vermont, Ian built a fire in the woodstove, turned on some George Winston music, and poured each of them a glass of wine. Then he popped back downstairs to grab something from his bag — and returned, to Carrie’s delight, with a ring. He knelt and asked her to marry him. Carrie immediately said yes and didn’t stop smiling for days.

So it was no surprise that when it came time to plan their wedding, Carrie and Ian knew immediately that Vermont was the place. They were still living in Washington, D.C. then, but couldn’t imagine a more beautiful place than their Vermont home in autumn. “It seemed like a magical place to be married — we

SPECIAL TOUCH: Carrie wore a necklace made by her mom, and Ian wore cuff links from his great uncle.

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could have the ceremony by the creek, watch the sunset from the hill, and host a reception in tents in the field, with all the beautiful fall color around us and the stars overhead,” says Carrie. Many of their guests hadn’t made it up to visit yet, and some had never been to Vermont at all, so the wedding also gave Carrie and Ian a chance to show off their home.

“THE FEELING OF LOVE AND EXCITEMENT

FOR THE TWO OF US AS WE STARTED INTO

THE JOURNEY OF MARRIAGE WAS JUST

INCREDIBLE,” CARRIE SAYS.

The wedding celebration was all about the things Carrie and Ian love best. Guests watched the ceremony from rustic bales of hay. Bridesmaids, with sashes in Carrie’s favorite color, orange, led the way down the aisle. Carrie walked down the aisle to The Police’s

“Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic” for the ceremony. Two friends sang a special song, and other friends and family read poetry.The party was a celebration of good food and wine, two of Ian and Carrie’s passions. Guests found their table settings attached to personalized wine corks at tables named for the couple’s favorite vineyards, and chose dinner from a cornucopia of options, including fresh lobster, salmon, duck, and beef. A band and a DJ meant that no one had an excuse to sit out the dancing; Carrie and Ian had practiced for their first dance to “The Rising” by Bruce Springsteen and were proud that they remembered the moves in all the excitement.

Late that night, with the fire pits burning and the stars blazing, Carrie and Ian reveled in the wonder of being surrounded by so much love. “The feeling of love and excitement for the two of us as we started into the journey of marriage was just incredible,” Carrie says.

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ENTERTAINMENT: TOP HAT

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FLORAL DESIGN: FLOWERS IN SEASON

FLOWERSINSEASONVT.COM (PAGE 43)

INVITATIONS: SCRIBBLES

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PHOTOGRAPHY: DARIA BISHOP

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{OTHER PROFESSIONALS}CAKE: MIRABELLE’S | ENTERTAINMENT: BILLY

CALDWELL, RICHARD THE BAGPIPER, STARLINE

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Carrie Van Driel to Ian Wyatt

PHOTOGRAPHY DARIA BISHOP

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H OW WAS ANTHONY PANEBIANCO SUPPOSED TO RESIST?

When he stepped onto the elevator at the law firm in Boston where he worked as a real estate attorney and spotted a girl carrying a life-size wooden deer head, he had to start a conversation with her. Nili Yavin, he discovered, worked as a litigation paralegal in another department.

After their first conversation, Nili invited Anthony to a party she was hosting for Canada Day in honor of her home country. (He didn’t come.) Anthony gave Nili a list of must-dos for her vacation to Martha’s Vineyard. (Nili ignored them all.) On their first date, they sat across from each other at the table sketching caricatures of one another on their paper napkins. (They both kept their drawings.) Clearly, they were meant to be together.

Nili came home from a trip to Maine around the anniversary of their first date to find the second bedroom doors closed and Anthony insistent that she keep them that way. He’d done some paintings, he said, and wanted to wait until after dinner to show her. Nili shrugged and sat down to a dinner of Maine lobster and a soundtrack of their favorite songs that Anthony had compiled. After dinner, as Anthony cleared the table, Nili decided to sneak a peek at the paintings in the bedroom, only to see that the three paintings on the back wall were in fact a message from Anthony asking her to marry him. Anthony sprinted from the kitchen and dropped to one knee when he heard the door open, but before he could get out a single word, Nili tackled him. Five minutes later, when they’d caught their breath, she said “Yes.”

Though Nili and Anthony were sure they wanted to get married in New England — “There wasn’t a better place for us to share our love than where we fell in love,” says Nili — it took a little while to settle on Vermont. They looked at other places, but something kept pulling them back to Vermont. For one thing, Nili, who grew up in Calgary in western Canada, loved winter, and Vermont seemed to epitomize everything that was glorious about winter in New England. Then, too, the location was perfect, not only for Nili’s family in Canada and Anthony’s in upstate New York but also

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for both planned and impromptu wedding-scouting expeditions.

On one trip, Anthony and Nili visited the Woodstock Inn in

Woodstock, and though they eventually saw dozens of charming

locations, Woodstock was the one that kept drawing them back.

ANTHONY SPRINTED FROM THE KITCHEN

AND DROPPED TO ONE KNEE WHEN HE

HEARD THE DOOR OPEN, BUT BEFORE HE

COULD GET OUT A SINGLE WORD, NILI

TACKLED HIM.

Anthony and Nili wanted their wedding to be a rustic, yet elegant

affair. They started with a wedding logo, a fir tree with their

names, which they used on every part of the wedding they could,

from the cake and invitations to the menu cards and CD wedding

favors to the stir sticks and tote bags each guest received. Instead

of paper, they used sheets of walnut wood for their printed materials

to emphasize the event’s rustic nature. The tree theme carried over

to the reception and wedding décor as well: The reception tables

were named for different trees, a birch tree stump held the wedding

cake, and a moss aisle runner framed by tree branches and logs all

echoed the wedding logo. Anthony and Nili even gave tree saplings

to their guests as wedding favors. Many of the wedding favors were

hand-made or put together by Anthony and Nili themselves.

The wedding day itself flew by, with a few special moments

standing out. Nili loved the horse-drawn carriage ride she took

with Anthony just after the ceremony, which gave them a few

minutes together to reflect on the amazing thing they’d just

experienced. And they both loved dancing through the night.

“We had to set an example for our guests,” says Nili with a smile.

{Featured PROFESSIONALS}FLORAL DESIGN: TARA POLLIO FLORAL-EVENT DESIGN

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LINENS: THE LINEN SHOP AT OCCASIONS

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PHOTOGRAPHY: LEIGH MILLER PHOTOGRAPHY

LEIGHMILLERPHOTOGRAPHY.COM

RECEPTION SITE: THE WOODSTOCK INN

WOODSTOCKINN.COM (PAGE 59)

{OTHER PROFESSIONALS}CEREMONY: MURPHY FARM | COASTERS & STIR STICKS: FOR YOUR

PARTY | ENTERTAINMENT: ERIC DESPARD, AARON SHEEHAN, JON

KAPLAN, WALTER PETERSON | HAIR: HEATHER FLYNN | INVITATIONS:

CARDS OF WOOD | LOGO: BETSY WHITE DESIGN | MAKEUP: FIRST

IMPRESSIONS TRANSPORTATION: GRAMP'S HORSE CARRIAGE

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September 13, 2008MURPHY FARM

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T HE SECOND TIME WAS THE CHARM FOR CAITLIN KENNEDY.

When the couple met at a friend’s birthday party in Boston, the attraction was instant and their love soon blossomed. But two years into their relationship, Caitlin moved to Burlington, Vermont, where she’d been accepted to medical school, and maintaining a long-distance relationship proved more difficult than either of them had anticipated. They went their separate ways, but neither could shake the thought of “the one that got away.” Then, almost two years later, a casual e-mail brought them back in touch, and they realized they were meant to be together just as Chris’s electrical engineering firm transferred him out west to San Diego.

“Although the distance was greater, somehow it seemed much less daunting,” says Caitlin. She and Chris shuttled back and forth between Vermont and California, racking up frequent-flier miles. By now, being together was a given.

One fall, when Chris came to Burlington for a regular visit, Caitlin balked at taking a walk to Shelburne Farms. Usually it was one of their favorite places to visit, with baby animals, cheese-making demonstrations, and gorgeous grounds, but the cold, drizzly day wasn’t exactly conducive to pleasant strolling. But Chris insisted, and Caitlin came around. When they came to a spot with a stunning view of Lake Champlain, Chris stopped and fumbled in his pocket. Almost before Caitlin knew what was happening, Chris was on one knee and asked Caitlin to marry him. Teary-eyed, Caitlin said yes. They called both sets of parents, who had known about the plan since Chris’s last trip to Burlington, when he’d asked Caitlin’s parents’ permission to marry their daughter.

There was no question that they’d have the wedding in Vermont. Caitlin had grown up in the state, and her parents still lived there — It was home. And while Chris was from Southern California, his time at Dartmouth in New Hampshire and years of visiting Caitlin had given him ample opportunity to fall in love with her home state. They celebrated the rehearsal dinner at Dartmouth College’s Hanover Inn, a sentimental choice for Chris, and decided

SPECIAL TOUCH:

Caitlin’s mom made

homemade blueberry

jam as wedding favors

(from blueberries she

grew at home).

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{Featured PROFESSIONALS}BRUNCH LOCATION: SIMON PEARCE

SIMONPEARCE.COM (PAGE 11)



LIGHTING: DARK STAR LIGHTING

DARKSTARLIGHTING.COM (PAGE 33)

PHOTOGRAPHY: ANDY DUBACK

ANDYDUBACK.COM (PAGE 66)

PLACECARDS & PROGRAMS: SCRIBBLES

SCRIBBLESVERMONT.COM (PAGE 58)

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ZOEINK.COM (PAGE 178)

{OTHER PROFESSIONALS}BAND: BEST BANDS | CALLIGRAPHY: JANE EAKIN | COORDINATION: STORIED EVENTS | ENTERTAINMENT: JAMES KINNE | FIREWORKS:

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ETHAN ALLEN COACHWORKS

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on an outdoor ceremony and reception at Murphy Farm at the Quechee Club, which had been a fixture of Caitlin’s childhood summers.

CAITLIN’S BOUQUET OF LILY OF THE VALLEY

BLOOMS WAS EXACTLY WHAT SHE’D

DREAMED OF AS A LITTLE GIRL.

“We chose to have the ceremony and reception outside because one of the things we love most about Vermont is how beautiful it is,” says Caitlin. “It was ideal for us to exchange vows with the backdrop of rolling hills and the beautiful pond.” Chris and Caitlin wanted to share the place they loved with friends and family who’d never gotten to experience it. So to get their guests excited about traveling to Vermont for their wedding, they sent out small tins of genuine Vermont maple syrup with handmade labels.

Caitlin knew the weather posed a threat, but despite a deluge of rain the day before, the special day dawned bright and clear. For their wedding, Caitlin had chosen a restrained palette of soft whites and ivories to let the gorgeous greenery of the site take center stage. Caitlin’s bouquet of lily of the valley blooms was exactly what she’d dreamed of as a little girl. And the ceremony was full of special touches. Caitlin’s sister, a pastry chef, concocted a delectable four-tiered cake so delicious one guest went back for fifths. A cart of Vermont cheeses paired with California wines represented Caitlin and Chris’s past and future. Caitlin’s mom collected summer blueberries from their backyard to make jars of homemade jam for wedding favors. Chris’s family secretly arranged for a fireworks show at the end of the evening with all-white fireworks to match the wedding décor, delighting the bride and groom.

“When I pictured my wedding, it was always a beautiful, sunny Vermont day, and that’s exactly what I got,” says Caitlin.

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F OR KERRY DVORIN AND ERIC DORFMAN, LIFE TOGETHER

has been one surprise after another. The surprises started with their first meeting, when a mutual friend introduced them, and the two New York City residents realized that not only had they grown up on opposite coasts of Florida but also that Eric’s father had actually been one of Kerry’s mom’s graduate school professors.

The next surprise was how right they were for each other. “At first we seemed like opposites, but as the years went by, we realized we were the perfect match — and the perfect foils for each other,” says Kerry.

Eric even managed to make his proposal a surprise, in spite of the fact that he’d recently taken Kerry engagement-ring shopping. Just before a planned trip to California — where Kerry fully expected Eric to pop the question — Kerry came home from work to an apartment full of glowing candles and Eric down on one knee. Of course, Kerry managed to surprise Eric right back: Her subway train was held up at the station, and he had to wait 90 minutes longer than expected for her to get home.

So it’s no surprise that when it came time to plan their wedding, Kerry and Eric had plenty of surprises in store for their guests. The only thing that wasn’t a surprise was the location. Kerry and Eric are avid snowboarders who’d fallen in love with Stowe, Vermont, where Kerry’s aunt and uncle had a vacation house. At first Kerry imagined their wedding taking place outside, “but once the magic of a winter wedding got in my head, we were sold,” she says.

Kerry and Eric planned four days of fun for their 65 guests, who participated in everything from snowboarding to brunching. Eric’s parents surprised guests with horse-drawn sleighs at the welcome party to celebrate the more than 12 inches of fresh snow that had fallen, as if on command, for the wedding. As the weekend pressed on, the wedding guests had the opportunity to forge new friendships; by the time the ceremony rolled around, everyone felt like old friends.

SPECIAL TOUCH: “My ‘something blue’ was my Manolo Blahniks — the same pair that Carrie wore from Sex and the City”.

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The wedding, of course, was the highlight of the weekend’s celebrations. When Kerry and Eric saw each other for the first time that day, for pictures just before the ceremony, they couldn’t stop grinning. Kerry walked with her mom down the “aisle” — the Inn’s wraparound porch — with her best friend’s grandmother’s locket wrapped around her bouquet as Kerry’s “something borrowed.” (Her friend had tucked a photo of Kerry’s dad, who passed away when she was a child, in the locket, making it even more special.)

“FOR THEIR FIRST DANCE AS A MARRIED

COUPLE, KERRY AND ERIC HONORED THEIR

COMMITMENT TO SURPRISE BY DOWNING

A SHOT OF TEQUILA BEFORE TAKING TO

THE FLOOR. ”

The surprises didn’t stop there. After the ceremony, guests popped onto the porch for specialty wedding shots served in actual ice

glasses and grabbed sweet treats from a candy bar. Kerry and her

bridesmaids bundled up in fur stoles and matching boots for their

photos. In honor of Kerry’s dad, Kerry, her mom, and her sister

had a special “family dance” instead of the usual father-daughter

number, and guests were touched as the trio took a turn on the

floor to “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” For their first dance

as a married couple, Kerry and Eric honored their commitment to

surprise by downing a shot of tequila before taking to the floor to

James Taylor’s romantic “Something in the Way She Moves.” The

guests were so inspired that the dancing lasted through the entire

reception — and, after the wedding party ended, moved to the

Matterhorn, a local watering hole, where, true to form, Kerry and

Eric’s guests scraped together $300 to keep the bar band playing

an extra hour.

“If your wedding is authentic to you as a couple and you are

enjoying yourselves, your guests will get caught up in your energy,”

Kerry says.

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ABOVE: Soft brown flowers are grounded by white blooms in this bouquet by Tara Pollio Floral-Event Design. Revel in the indulgent fragrance of almonds

with Ladurée’s almond body cream {laduree.fr}. Lime-green and chocolate motifs enliven this elegant letterpress invitation by Hello Lucky {hellolucky.com}.

The scent of Christian Lacroix’s Absynthe is as intoxicating as the woods after a rain {avon.com}. Extraordinarily elegant, this diamond-studded Laura

Munder bangle has primitive polish {lauramunder.com} A vivid green gown from Oscar de le Renta’s resort collection is a bold choice {oscardelarenta.com}

Alluring copper sandals by Charles David are the perfect flirty finish to a classic gown {charlesdavid.com}. A playfully jeweled cork clutch by Oscar de la

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DESIGN TARA POLLIO FLORAL-EVENT DESIGN EVENT RENTALS & LINENS VERMONT TENT COMPANY LOCATION PRIVATE RESIDENCE PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID SEAVER

Hints of lime green bring preppy charm to this rustic, woodland-inspired table setting designed by Tara Pollio Floral-Event Design.

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DetailsCLOCKWISE, FROM TOP RIGHT: TINY, POTTED SEDUM PLANTS

DOUBLE AS FAVORS; A WHIMSICAL DEER’S HEAD TOPS OFF MENUS BY ZOE INK. LIME-GREEN BERRIES LIGHT UP A BOUQUET

OF WHITE LISIANTHUS AND RANUNCULUS. WRAPPED PAPER BOXES ARE A CHARMING BASE FOR FLOATING CANDLES.

NATURAL BIRCH SLEEVES ARE RUSTIC CONTAINERS FOR CENTERPIECES OF HYDRANGEA, EUCALYPTUS PODS, AND ORCHIDS.

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TERPRESS PLACE CARDS EMBELLISHED WITH

CHOCOLATE LETTERPRESS DEER HEADS WHILE

A HANDPAINTED SIGN ANNOUNCES THE TABLE

OF HONOR.

THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: HOMEMADE

JAM IS AN OLD-FASHIONED WEDDING FAVOR

THAT FEELS NEW AGAIN, ESPECIALLY PRESENTED

IN A MOSS-LINED BIRCH BOX; A HANDMADE SIGN

OF COPPER WIRE AND COLLECTED TWIGS; MOSS

WREATHS ADD A SUBTLE ELEGANCE TO TREES AT

AN OUTDOOR CELEBRATION.

Hints of the outdoors, like winter branches or green moss, are the perfect way to bring the inspiration for your

palette into your celebration details.

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Subtle colors, bold styles. From left: A graphic checkerboard-faceted quartz, by Chimento; rose-cut lemon citrine in engraved yellow gold, by Marco Bicego; a flower-shaped ring is studded with white, yellow, and brown diamonds, by Aura; a stunning green amethyst. All from Perrywinkle’s Fine Jewelry.

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DetailsCLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: SMOKED DUCK GARNISHED WITH SWEET AND SOUR APRICOTS IS SERVED ON A BED OF MOSS; A

DARK-CHOCOLATE FAUX BOIS PATTERN ECHOES THE BIRCHBARK STAND FOR THIS CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE FROM THE

CAKERY; CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND CREAMY CHÈVRE IN A RUSTIC TART; SMOKED SALMON MOUSSE TOPPED

WITH CAVIAR IS SERVED IN NEW POTATOES, BY LET’S PRETEND CATERING.

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INK. INK. FINE STATIONERY (PAGE 116) PRIDES ITSELF ON ITS BROAD

SELECTION AND ATTENTIVE SERVICE, WHICH MAKE FINDING THE PERFECT

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LET’S PRETEND CATERING (PAGE 6) CREATES HANDCRAFTED, LOCALLY

SOURCED FOOD THAT’S AS BEAUTIFUL AS IT IS DELICIOUS.

PERRYWINKLE’S FINE JEWELRY (PAGE 16) CREATES CUSTOM PIECES

AND CARRIES SOME OF THE MOST RESPECTED AND POPULAR JEWELRY

BRANDS.

THE CAKERY (PAGE 150) SPECIALIZES IN DELICIOUS CAKES FOR WEDDINGS,

BIRTHDAYS, AND OTHER SPECIAL OCCASIONS.

TARA POLLIO FLORAL-EVENT DESIGN (PAGE 51) CREATES ONE-OF-

A-KIND DESIGNS FOR WEDDINGS AND OTHER EVENTS FROM SEASONAL

FLOWERS AND OTHER NATURAL ELEMENTS.

ZOË INK (PAGE 178) USES THE FINEST PAPERS AND INKS TO CREATE

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wedding color PaletteSILVER. White. PEWTER.

LOOK BACK TO THE ELEGANT OPULENCE OF THE GILDED AGE WITH A PALETTE IN SNOW-INSPIRED HUES OF SILVER, WHITE, AND PEWTER.

ABOVE: An old-fashioned bouquet of white roses, by From Maria’s Garden, suits a vintage wedding. Shoulder-brushing pearl tassels on earrings from Laura

Munder are positively posh {lauramunder.com}. A silver-washed lizard clutch by Kara Ross is both modern and dreamy {kararossny.com}. A starkly simple

dress like this “Castille” by Cymbelline epitomizes quiet elegance {cymbelineusa.com}. Crisscross platinum bands hold an oval diamond in this David Yurman

engagement ring {davidyurman.com}. A chandelier-crested invitation by Hello Lucky is minimalist in color, rich in texture {hellolucky.com}. Spotlight from

Avon blends a sparkling cocktail of citrus and floral scents {avon.com}. Two simple platinum bands studded with diamonds, by David Yurman, are the essence of

chic {davidyurman.com}.

NO. 89P age

DESIGN JASPER & PRUDENCE FLORAL EVENT RENTALS & LINENS VERMONT TENT COMPANY LOCATION THE PITCHER INN PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID SEAVER

A rich pewter cloth grounds a sparkling tabletop of antique glittered accessories, luminous white and silver floral arrangements, and glowing candles, creating a whimsical snowbound landscape, designed by Jasper & Prudence Floral.

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DetailsCLOCKWISE, FROM TOP RIGHT: A GLITTERING CLOTHESPIN HOLDS A PLATINUM PLACE CARD BY THAT’S INVITING! TO A BERIBBONED CHAIR. LAVISHLY GLITTERED CANDLEHOLDERS ECHO THE SPARKLE OF MOONLIT SNOW. A SIMPLE SILVER AND

WHITE INVITATION BY PAGE STATIONERY FROM SCRIBBLES IS ELEGANT RENDERED IN LETTERPRESS. ANTIQUE

BUTTONS BOUND WITH LUXE VELVET RIBBON ARE CHARMING NAPKIN RINGS.

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OPPOSITE: PROPPED PRETTILY ON A CRYSTAL-

BEDECKED PEWTER CANDLESTICK, THIS HAND-

TIED BOUQUET OF ROSES, GREEN HYDRANGEA,

AN D EU CALYPT US IS SECU RED WITH SATI N

RIBBON AND A SPARKLING PEWTER BUCKLE,

DESIGNED BY FROM MARIA’S GARDEN.

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BOUQUET OF SNOWBERRIES, BABY PINEAPPLES,

AND ROSE S FASTENED WITH AN EMBOSSED

PAPER PENDANT IN A GLITTERED LOCKET (DETAIL

BELOW) INTO ART. VINTAGE ME TAL R IBBON

BRINGS SUBTLE SPARKLE TO A BOUQUET OF

LILACS, RANUNCULUS, AND SCENTED GERANIUM

LEAF. FLOWERS BY JASPER & PRUDENCE FLORAL.

It’s your time to shine, so bring on the sparkle with details as dazzling as new snow. Hints of vintage crystal and

generous glitter make everything glow.

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Atop a milk-glass stand casually tied with silver-striped ribbon, a sleek silver and white fondant cake, designed by Delicate Decadence, makes a bold statement. The couple’s initials are in glass-glitter letters from Tinsel Trading.

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DetailsCLOCKWISE, FROM TOP RIGHT: FRESH RASPBERRY AND WHITE-

CHOCOLATE GANACHE WAITS INSIDE HAND-DIPPED WHITE-CHOCOLATE SHELLS BRUSHED WITH SILVER LUSTER DUST, FROM

FARMHOUSE TRUFFLES. DETAILS LIKE THIS DAINTY DRAGÉE BUTTON AND HANDMADE SUGAR SNOW POPPY ADD

ELEGANCE TO THE WEDDING CAKE. CELEBRATE YOUR SHARED INITIAL WITH A SILVER MONOGRAM,

FROM GIFTS FOR THE GOOD LIFE.

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The Pitcher Inn

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DELICATE DECADENCE (PAGE 98) CREATES DISTINCTIVE CAKES FROM THE

TRADITIONAL TO THE CUTTING EDGE.

FARMHOUSE TRUFFLES (PAGE 88) BLENDS THE BEST OF SMALL-TOWN

VERMONT FLAVOR WITH URBAN SOPHISTICATION FOR MEMORABLE TASTES.

FROM MARIA’S GARDEN (PAGE 210) COMBINES THE BEST FLOWERS

FROM AROUND THE WORLD WITH BLOOMS FROM THEIR OWN GARDENS IN

CREATIVE, ONE-OF-A-KIND ARRANGEMENTS.

HARVEST MARKET (PAGE 96) IS A GOURMET SHOP OFFERING EVERYTHING

FROM LOCAL ARTISAN CHEESES AND FINE WINES, TO PREPARED SALADS

AND SANDWICHES, TO HOUSE-BAKED BREADS AND DESSERTS.

JASPER & PRUDENCE FLORAL (PAGE 88) MAKES A POINT OF SEEKING

OUT UNIQUE COLORS, TEXTURES, AND FORMS FOR MEMORABLE WEDDING

ARRANGEMENTS.

SCRIBBLES (PAGE 58) CAREFULLY HAND-SELECTS STATIONERY TO OFFER

COUPLES THE FINEST IN ENGRAVING, LETTERPRESS, AND PRINTING.

About the location THE PITCHER INN, (PAGE 97), LOCATED IN THE PICTURESQUE VILLAGE OF WARREN, VERMONT,

ELEGANTLY ACCOMMODATES EVERYTHING FROM CASUAL TO BLACK-TIE EVENTS.

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Custom Wedding Cakes & Favorsby Pastry Chef Michelle Lunde

Delivery anywhere in Vermont

ORANGE. Blue. GOLD.

wedding color Palette

THERE’S A FLIRTY 50’S CHIC IN THIS VIVID COLOR COMBINATION OF EYE-POPPING BLUE, BRIGHT ORANGE, AND WARM GOLD THAT MANAGES TO BE RETRO AND MODERN AT THE SAME TIME.

ABOVE: Playfully sophisticated, this letterpress invitation by Hello Lucky is called “Architecture” {hellolucky.com}. You’ll see nothing but blue skies in

this turquoise strapless gown by Monique Lhuillier {moniquelhuillier.com}. A collage of art deco pieces and brass chains makes this necklace by LuLu Frost

memorable {lulufrost.com}. This lizard clutch by Kara Ross is worthy of an orange crush {kararossny.com}. Diamonds curve around an aquamarine in this

sleek ring by Laura Munder {lauramunder.com}. Give nails a golden glow with O.P.I.’s “Curry Up Don’t Be Late” {opi.com}. Bold orange blooms take center

stage in a bouquet by Blomma Flicka. A dazzling orange garnet is flanked by aquamarines and framed by diamonds, by Laura Munder {lauramunder.com}.

NO. 99P age

DESIGN BLOMMA FLICKA FLOWERS EVENT RENTALS & LINENS WEDDINGS TENTS & EVENTS

LOCATION STOWEHOF INN NAPKINS THE LINEN SHOP AT OCCASIONS PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID SEAVER

Vibrant poppies, vivid ranunculus, and eucalyptus bloom in gold vessels, while bright-orange kumquats in turquoise glass bowls add to a look that’s pure bohemian rhapsody. Designed by Blomma Flicka Flowers.

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DetailsCLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: A WHIMSICAL FLORAL PATTERN

SETS THE TONE IN THESE TANGERINE AND BABY-BLUE INVITATIONS BY TRULY NOTED. A FANCIFUL FEATHER AND OTHER

FOUND OBJECTS MAKE ONE-OF-A-KIND HOLDERS FOR GOLD HEMSTITCHED NAPKINS. MUSLIN POTPOURRI BAGS GET THEME TREATMENT WITH COLORFUL THANK-YOU TAGS.

BRIGHT POPPIES ARE THE PERFECT PICK FOR THIS PALETTE.

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OPPOSITE: POPPIES FLIRT SHAMELESSLY WITH

RANUNCULUS AND BITTERSWEET TANGLED WITH

ACCENTS OF GOLD ANGEL HAIR IN THIS BOUQUET

BY BLOMMA FLICKA FLOWERS.

THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: FIERY

ORANGE AND ICY BLUE BOOST EACH OTHER’S

I N T E N S I T Y I N T H I S W H I M S I C A L B O U Q U E T

S N U G G L E D I N A S U R P R I S I N G G O L D B I R C H

HANDLE, BY CREATIVE MUSE FLORAL DESIGN. A

CLUSTER OF RINGS NESTLE AMONG KUMQUATS:

(CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT) A GOLDEN CITRINE

CO C K TAI L R I N G ; A D R AG O N F LY R E N D E R E D

IN D IAMON DS AN D SEMIPRECIOUS STON E S;

AN ANTIQUE CAMEO; A SQUARE-SET YELLOW

DIAMOND; AN OVERSIZED AQUAMARINE; AND A

YELLOW DIAMOND. A VINTAGE CAMEO. JEWELRY

FROM FERRO JEWELERS.

Channel the eye-popping brilliance of autumn’s color explosion of leaves and intense blue skies with bold hues that dare

to demand everyone’s full attention.

Inspiration

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Like a crafty work of art, this fondant-draped golden cake has inspired pearls and swirls, fun flowers, and charming pleated-ribbon details, designed by Irene’s Cakes by Design.

The Cake

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DetailsTANTALIZING NIBBLES, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: AHI TUNA

ON CRISPY WONTONS TOPPED WITH MANGO-CHILI CHUTNEY; SWEET RICE-NOODLE FLAN TOPPED WITH SMOKED SALMON AND HERBED MASCARPONE; A TRIO OF MASHED POTATOES, PEAS, AND SWEET POTATOES PRESENTED IN SPOONS; TINY

FILETS WRAPPED IN BACON TOPPED WITH LOCAL BLEU CHEESE. ALL BY SPICE OF LIFE CATERING.

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Award Winning Designers

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Specializing in Custom JewelryDesign in Platinum & Gold

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About the location THE STOWEHOF INN & RESORT (PAGE 211), IN STOWE, VERMONT, BLENDS CASUAL ELEGANCE

WITH SPECTACULAR SCENERY FOR PICTURE-PERFECT WEDDINGS.

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BLOMMA FLICKA FLOWERS (PAGE 76) COMBINES THE BEST FLOWERS

FROM AROUND THE WORLD WITH BLOOMS FROM THEIR OWN GARDENS IN

CREATIVE, ONE-OF-A-KIND ARRANGEMENTS.

CREATIVE MUSE FLORAL DESIGNS (PAGE 209) IS A WEDDINGS-ONLY

SPECIALIST, FOCUSED ON GIVING BRIDES ONE-ON-ONE ATTENTION.

FERRO JEWELERS (PAGE 106) IS A FULL-SERVICE JEWELRY STORE

SPECIALIZING IN ANTIQUE AND ESTATE JEWELRY AND THE BEST OF

MODERN AND CUSTOM DESIGN.

SPICE OF LIFE CATERING (PAGE 9) STRIVES FOR CULINARY AUTHENTIC-

ITY, CREATING DELICIOUS DISHES FOR VERMONT AND BEYOND.

TRULY NOTED (PAGE 107) CREATES INSPIRED, PERSONAL DESIGNS FOR

CELEBRATION STATIONERY.

food and bar catering

from paper plate menus to epicurean feasts

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The ideal location to celebrate your wedding weekend in Vermont. This full service inn and resort, featured in both Gourmet and Bon Appetite magazines, offers accommodations for 100 and events up to 225. The warm, sophisticated hospitality and attention to every detail awaits you on your special day.

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Historic Victorian Inn on Scenic Route 1005 miles from Ludlow

RED. Purple. LAVENDER.

wedding color Palette

THE RICH, VIVID COLORS OF THIS PALETTE, INSPIRED BY THE SHADES OF A WINTER SUNSET, ARE FEMININE WITHOUT BEING FLUFFY, AND SOPHISTICATED WITHOUT A HINT OF STUFFINESS.

ABOVE: The spicy citrus scent of Christian Lacroix’s Rouge is sheer seduction {avon.com}. Purple letterpress peacocks make this invitation

and matching coaster by Hello Lucky stand out {hellolucky.com}. A lilac blouse and purple silk skirt by Monique Lhuillier evoke a sari’s vividly sleek chic

{moniquelhuillier.com}. A whimsical orchid pin by Laura Munder is set with rubies, pink sapphires, and diamonds {lauramunder.com}. Ladurée’s French

macaroons come elegantly boxed {laduree.fr}. A faceted garnet necklace is surrounded by pavé diamonds, by David Yurman {davidyurman.com}. A delicate

home fragrance by Ladurée sets the stage for domestic bliss {laduree.fr}.

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A boudoir-inspired table is intimate and welcoming. Clusters of individual arrange-ments, including deep red and purple carnations, lavender sweet pea, and an arrangement of scabiosa and orchids, have capricious sophistication, designed by Silver Toad Floral Design.

The Table

DESIGN SILVER TOAD FLORAL DESIGN EVENT RENTALS VERMONT TENT COMPANY

LINENS THE LINEN SHOP AT OCCASIONS LOCATION MURPHY FARM PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID SEAVER

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DetailsCLOCKWISE, FROM TOP RIGHT: A HANDMADE TAG WITH A HINT

OF GLITTER, FROM TINSEL TRADING, ACCENTS A MERCURY GLASS CANDLESTICK. MONOCHROMATIC CARNATIONS MARCH ALONG

A MANTEL. AN ARTFUL CLUSTER INCLUDES A TINY VASE OF RANUNCULUS, A LAVENDER PAISLEY-PRINT VOTIVE, AND

A STRIPED VOTIVE. A LETTERPRESS INVITATION GETS DRAMATIC WITH A RICH RED FRAME, BY REAL

CARD STUDIO, FROM INK.INK.

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OPPOSITE: DEEP REDS AND PURPLES COMBINE IN

THIS ELEGANT BOUQUET OF ROSES, CALLA LILIES,

AND GARDEN PHLOX TIED WITH SILK DUPIONI AND

GROSGRAIN RIBBONS, BY FLOWERS IN SEASON.

THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: JEWELS

OF INDIA (FROM TOP): AN AMETHYST WINKS

FROM A FRAME OF PAVÉ DIAMONDS, BY LAUREN

K ; RO B E RTO CO I N ’ S R I N G IS D OT T E D WIT H

AMETHYSTS, GARNETS, AND PINK TOURMALINE. A

BRIDESMAID’S DRESS BY COREN MOORE IN SWEET

LAVENDER PAIRS PERFECTLY WITH A BOUQUET

OF ORCHIDS AND SWEET PEA, PINNED WITH A

FEATHER BROOCH, BY SILVER TOAD FLORAL

D E SI GN . AN EN O R M O US P I N K TO U R MALI N E

SHINES IN THIS RING BY LAUREN K; ALL JEWELRY

FROM VON BARGENS.

This color combination seems surprising, but it works just like a winter sunset when you stick with a few strong shades

and keep it monochromatic.

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Couture print papers and sophisticated fillings help cupcakes serve as whimsical stand-ins for a traditional cake. This vanilla version is filled with raspberry truffle and topped with buttercream and a dark-chocolate-dipped raspberry, by Fischer's Fancies.

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The MenuBelow: In this sophisticated lakeside tablescape, plump peonies in varying shades of pink make a persuasive argument for sim-

plicity; white china vases, a seersucker tablecloth, and pink and white cushions on rustic benches complete

the inviting scene.

DetailsCLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: A WHIMSICAL BUTTERFLY TOPS A CUPCAKE WITH BLACK CHERRY BUTTERCREAM, BY FISHER’S

FANCIES. A BITE OF LAMB AND RED FLANNEL HASH TOPPED WITH A GOAT-CHEESE CROUTON, FROM DISH CATERING.

MOCHA TRUFFLE FILLING GIVES A RED VELVET CUPCAKE A SOPHISTICATED TWIST, BY FISHER'S FANCIES. SIPS OF

TOMATO SOUP GARNISHED WITH TINY GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES, BY

DISH CATERING.

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About the location THE QUECHEE CLUB, IN QUECHEE, VERMONT,

CAN ACCOMMODATE BOTH INTIMATE CELEBRATIONS AND GRAND PARTIES.


DISH CATERING (PAGE 17) FOCUSES ON COMBINING EXCEPTIONAL FOOD

WITH UNPARALLELED SERVICE AND EXPERIENCE.

FISCHER'S FANCIES (PAGE 210) DRAWS ON VERMONT’S ABUNDANT

RESOURCES TO CREATE MEMORABLE CAKES.

FLOWERS IN SEASON (PAGE 43) COMBINES THE BEST OF THEIR GARDEN

WITH FLOWERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD FOR DYNAMIC ARRANGEMENTS.

INK. INK. FINE STATIONERY (PAGE 116) PRIDES ITSELF ON ITS BROAD

SELECTION AND ATTENTIVE SERVICE, WHICH MAKE FINDING THE PERFECT

STATIONERY A PLEASURE.

SILVER TOAD FLORAL DESIGN (PAGE 117) HAND-SELECTS FLOWERS FOR

UNIQUE WEDDING DAY ARRANGEMENTS.

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Gown Guide, Page 141: To get the vintage-inspired look on the following pages.

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Vintage- inSpired gownS combine equal partS chic and whimSy For a St yle

that ’S aS unique aS your loVe Story.

For journeys into parts unknown, ladies used to dress to the nines. Follow their lead as you set off on the greatest journey you’ll ever take — the one that wraps up with a walk down the aisle — and opt for a wedding style that hearkens back to the days when getting dressed was an art form. Put together well, something old feels very much like something new.


This sleek organza drift of a dress by Melissa Sweet is dreamy on its own. Paired with a necklace dripping with pearls from Louise M. Jewelry and topped with a flapper’s feathered cloche, it’s the kind of gown you wish you’ d inherited from your grandmother. Vintage pearl-studded clutch.

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Prim and peek-a-boo, this embroidered champagne blouse by Claire Pettibone makes a strapless gown feel like an heirloom and hearkens back to the days of the Gibson Girls, when nothing was more seductive than a hint of exposed wrist. An oversized cameo-style Duchess ring by Samantha Wills is just a little bit cheeky. Shoes by Filippa Scott.

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY.

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A dainty, pleated bodice of vintage cotton tulle is a sweet counterpoint to layers of vintage English lace in this strapless gown by The Cotton Bride. Instead of a traditional veil, a fanciful concoction of bleached peacock, goose, and ostrich feathers mixed with vintage fabrics by Lo Boheme is both charming and sophisticated. Bracelet by Bel Canto Designs. Vintage brooch.

FL IGHTS OF FANCY.

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Opposite (and page 120): A sleek column of embroidered ivory silk channels Coco Chanel in this “Monica” gown by Melissa Sweet. Teamed with a feathered and sparkling headpiece by Lo Boheme and a vintage fur shawl, it’s part of a distinctive look for a bride who doesn’t mind all eyes on her.

This page: The billowy skirt on this cotton batiste drop-waist gown from The Cotton Bride demands plenty of time on the dance floor. Hairpiece by CW Creations. Earrings by Louise M. Jewelry.

BUSTLE AND FLOW.

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A beaded tulle and lace cummerbund transforms this silk crepe bateau-neck “Muse” dress by Amy Kuschel into an effortlessly elegant gown. The crisp dolman sleeves are a refreshing change from strapless styles. The oversized silver and pearl bracelet by Bel Canto Designs adds just the right hint of modern edge. Necklace by Louise M. Jewelry. Hairpiece by Lo Boheme. Shoes by Filippa Scott.

NOW VOYAGER.

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This retro-style ’50s confection by Renella De Fina Couture spills from a sleek strapless bodice to a frothy lace skirt. The vintage ivory gloves are the perfect proper touch. Earrings by Tejani. Bracelet by Christina McCluskey Designs.

FL AIR GAME .

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Vintage details add a hint of playful sophistication to any bride’s ensemble.

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Opposite: Claire Pettibone’s natural cotton “Breeze” gown transforms Victorian elegance into a minidress for a look that feels utterly fresh. Play up its antique vibe with a vintage fur shawl and capricious hairpiece by Lo Boheme; necklace by Louise M. Jewelry.

This Page: Bring it into the 21st century with Swarovski-studded slippers by Filippa Scott.

ON TRACK .

BARRIE FISHER

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Opposite: Find your inner Anna Karenina in a lean strapless bodice rich with ivory embroidery over a blushing spill of skirt by Cymbeline. A vintage fur hat and cameo-style necklace by Samantha Wills make it clear who the heroine of this story is.

This Page: Layers of dainty tulle embroidered with spring blooms ruffled dreamily over cotton voile make this gown, by Claire Pettibone, perfect for today’s Renaissance woman. Necklace, bracelet, earrings, and hairpiece by Louise M. Jewelry.

GOWN AND OUT.

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Vintage style means embracing delicate details – prim pleats, tiny rows of buttons, and whimsical embroidery.

The high ruffled collar, peek-a-boo petticoat and bell sleeves make this Victorian-inspired gown by Cymbeline a classic; the full, knee-length skirt makes the classic plainly modern. Earrings by Tejani.

CHIC PASSAGE .

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Old-fashioned romance — think Grace Kelly — never goes out of style. A sleep suit in dotted Swiss tulle trimmed with lace and topped with a matching robe by Claire Pettibone is sweet and seductive at the same time. A vintage clock necklace hints that it’s time for bed. Vintage vanity accessories.

SLEEPER CAR .

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GownTo get the vintage-inspired look on the previous pages, pay a visit to these local wedding purveyors.

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PAGES 122-123: “Felice” by Melissa Sweet, from Sewly Yours {sewlyyours.com}

Necklace by Louise M. Jewelry {louisemjewelry.com}

Shoes by Filippa Scott {filippascott.com} Vintage clutch & hat, from Tinkers Barn

PAGES 124-125: “Dawn” by Claire Pettibone, from Sewly Yours {sewlyyours.com}

Ring by Samantha Wills{samanthawills.com}

“Bridget” shoe by Filippa Scott{filippascott.com}

PAGES 126-127: Gown by The Cotton Bride, from Fiori Bridal Boutique {fioribridal.com}

Hat by Lo Boheme {etsy.com}Bracelet by Bel Canto Designs {etsy.com}

Vintage brooch, from Tinkers Barn

PAGES 128: “Checkered Cotton Batiste Gown” by The Cotton Bride, from Fiori

Bridal Boutique {fioribridal.com}Earrings by Louise M. Jewelry

{louisemjewelry.com}Hair Fascinator by C.W. Creations

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PAGES 129: “Monica” by Melissa Sweet,from Sewly Yours {sewlyours.com}

Hair Fascinator by Lo Boheme (etsy.com}Vintage shawl & clutch, from Tinkers Barn

PAGES 130-131: “Muse” by Amy Kuschel, from Sewly Yours {sewlyyours.com}

Hair Fascinator by Lo Boheme {etsy.com}Necklace by Louise M. Jewelry

{louisemjewelry.com}Bracelet by Bel Canto Designs {etsy.com}

PAGE 133: “Jessica” by Renella de Fina Couture {renelladefina.com}

Earrings by Tejani {tejani.com}Bracelet by Christina McCluskey

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PAGE 134: “Breeze” by Claire Pettibone,from Sewly Yours {sewlyyours.com}

Hair Fascinator by Lo Boheme {etsy.com} Necklace by Louise M. Jewelry

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PAGE 135: “Flora” shoe by Filippa Scott {filippascott.com}

PAGE 136: “Cristina” by Cymbeline Paris

{cymbelineusa.com}Necklace by Samantha Wills

{samanthawills.com}Vintage hat, from Tinkers Barn

PAGE 137: “Princess” by Claire Pettibone, from Sewly Yours {sewlyyours.com}

Necklace, bracelet, earrings & hairpiece all byLouise M. Jewelry {louisemjewelry.com}

PAGE 139: “Capucine” by Cymbeline Paris {cymbelineusa.com}

Earrings by Tejani {tejani.com}

PAGE 140: “The Amanda” robe, cami & boyshort all by Claire Pettibone,

from Sewly Yours {sewlyyours.com}Vintage necklace, from Tinkers Barn

FLORAL DESIGN: Floral Artistry

JOE ELARIO


Dainty flowers lend old-fashioned charm to wedding décor. A sweet bouquet of roses, petunias, begonias, and hellebores from Ariella Chezar is knotted with heirloom ribbons from Hyman Hendler for a turn-of-the-century look.

ARTFUL ARRANGEMENT.

Design ariella chezar PhotograPhy DaviD Seaver

Vintage details add a note of sophisticated whimsy to a modern

wedding and let your unique personalit y shine through.

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This page: The abundance of details makes vintage décor feel perfectly personal. Here, wool flowers sewn with vintage beads and pearls make this simple ring pillow by LLubav a family keepsake. Green glass vases by Moser Glass spill flowers across the reception tables in a series of small arrangements. A bridal bouquet bound up with vintage ribbons by Hyman Hendler is full of traditional wedding flowers, in-cluding hellebores, gloriosa lilies, jasmine, and parrot tulips. Opposite: The same bridal blooms brighten tables at the reception and hang from handmade pa-per cones on the backs of chairs. Vintage lace linens are relaxed and elegant at the same time.

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This page: A modern cake topper gets vintage style when it’s handcrafted of millinery flowers, paper scraps, and German glass glitter. Both by Goldbug Studio. A flea market collection of mismatched china in muted tones is both lovely and affordable. Effortlessly elegant, a hand-penned “Just Married” sign by Jane Aiken is a perfect reception accent. This 1920’s-inspired postcard invitation evokes the best of a bygone era. Vintage handkerchiefs are a sophisticated and whimsical stand-in for traditional save-the-date cards. Both by Lucky Luxe Couture Correspondence A dainty bouquet of vintage jewelry, brooches and buttons from Vintage Magpie is visually stunning and truly one-of-a-kind. Opposite: Antique lace jars swathed in vintage doilies light the way for nighttime strolls.

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Vermont Vows Fall/Winter 2009