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Fashion, vendors, prizes perfect day
A fashion show is planned and all registered brides will be eligible to win prizes.
Hundreds of brides are expected whenThe Gazette andThe Current Newspapers host their 2016
I Do Fall Bridal Fair 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23 atThe Flanders Hotel in Ocean City.
There will be a fashion show, and all registered brides will be eligible to win prizes. Register in
advance at shorenewstoday.com by clicking the I Do ad, or on site the day of the event.
Future brides will have the opportunity to meet with a variety of wedding experts and vendors,
including photographers,videographers,DJs,florists,tanning salons,beauty salons and caterers all
while enjoying the beautiful elegance of the historic Flanders Hotel, 719 E. 11th St. in Ocean City.
Prospective vendors are invited to call 609-601-5182 or email stacy.wagner@shorenewstoday.
com for more information.
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Los Angeles.
The average wedding costs in the five largest
metro areas are New York City, $47,153; Los
Angeles, 34,289; Chicago, $37,153; Houston,
$32,614; and Philadelphia, $34,982.
The most popular days to get engaged are
Christmas Day,Valentines Day, Christmas Eve,
and NewYears Day.
Average engagement period is 13 months and
the most popular months to get married are June,
May, September, October,August, and July.
Planning time spent online amounts to 80
percent, according to WeddingWire. Online
resources used for planning in 66 percent using
a checklist,59 percent using a wedding website,
and 40 percent creating a wedding hashtag.
Most important factors for couples deciding
to contact a vendor include price,reviews,availability and location.
The average spend by vendor category
includes venue,$8,798;catering,$6,877;band,
$3,848; photography, $2,435, and rehearsal
dinner, $1,935.
Couplesareincreasinglytailoringtheirwedding
day to express their personal style and customs.
From fashion and decor to catering and
entertainment, WeddingWire tracks the style
trends of the moment that we expect to see
continue, said Kim Forrest, wedding trend
The average wedding costs about $30,000, according to 2015 survey statistics
released earlier this year by WeddingWire.
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Located in the Cape Plaza Shopping Center
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We Deliver!
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1240 Lafayette St Cape May, NJ 08204
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The number of people on the guest list should factor into your choice of
wedding photographer.
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Rehearsal dinners provide an opportunity for couples and their families to spend time
together before the larger festivities of the wedding pull them in multiple directions.
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Tropical paradises Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas and Costa Rica still top the
list of hot spots to tie the knot, with Iceland, Canada and Italy emerging as
popular locales for couples looking to go off the beaten path.
The report also highlights the rapid development of the industry by looking back at some
of the top celebrity destination weddings that
took place this past year.
The DestinationWeddingsTrend Report 2016
can be found in its entirety at http://www.destinationweddings.com/media/trendreport2016/.
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outdoor and beach ceremonies, an array of delicious menus from
our award-winning chef, Jack Whelan, and impeccable service and
expertise from a team of wedding professionals dedicated to
making your day perfect.
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Number of guests
Even if you have yet to pare down the guest list, you may have
an idea of how many guests you hope to invite to your wedding.
Peruse your preliminary guest list to determine how many of
those potential invitees may need lodging.
Some hotels wont offer discounted room blocks without a
minimum number of guests, so try to find a hotel or hotels that
can accommodate your group size and still offer a discount on
their usual rates.
Location
Amenities
Whether guests are driving or flying in, the cost of travel is already hitting them in the pocketbook, so finding
hotels that offer budget-friendly rates for wedding parties should be a priority.
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Brides are using social media more than ever to announce their
engagement, share moments of their wedding planning journey,
discover new ideas, connect with vendors, and post their
honeymoon experiences,according to a 2016 social media survey
byThe Knot.
Social media isnt just a distraction from wedding planning;
its actually influencing wedding decisions in new and different
ways,said Kellie Gould,editor in chief ofThe Knot.Nearly eight
out of 10 couples report implementing an idea they found on
social media that they had not previously considered.
Sixty percent of brides surveyed reported announcing their
engagement on social media within 24 hours of saying yes, and
86 percent shared their news within the first week.Once engaged,
62 percent report increasing their social media usage, with seven
out of 10 admitting to using social media for wedding planning
more than anything else.The top three social media channels used
during wedding planning are Pinterest (89 percent), Instagram
(38 percent) and Facebook (38 percent).
Once the word is out,couples focus on creating a personalized
wedding hashtag to share photos leading up to and throughout
the wedding day.Sixty-six percent of couples,up 11 percent from
2014, plan on using or have used a personalized hashtag in
conjunction with their wedding.
Some 82 percent of couples created a unique hashtag within the
firstsixmonthsoftheirengagement.Hashtagsaresuchanimportant
mark of personalization that 64 percent of couples surveyed said
they searched social media to make sure their hashtag was uniquely
theirs, and 74 percent created a second if theirs was taken.
Couples spread the word about their hashtag by including it
on their personal wedding website (46 percent), and printing it
on reception tent cards (25 percent), wedding programs (22
percent), save-the-date cards (18 percent) and formal invitations
(10 percent).In addition to encouraging friends and family to use
their wedding hashtag, 26 percent of brides reported asking
vendors to also use their hashtag when posting photos related to
their wedding.
Only 30 percent of brides reported being aware they could
create and purchase a custom Snapchat geofilter for their wedding
day and wedding-related events, and of those, 44 percent created
one and used it.
Of those who used Instagram for both wedding planning and
inspiration (46 percent),one in four (26 percent) reported hiring
a wedding vendor they discovered on Instagram. Nearly eight of
10 brides reported implementing an idea they found on social
media but hadnt seen anywhere else.
Most couples leave the posting to guests on the wedding day,
with three out of four couples saying they want to be disconnected
from social media on the big day. Nine out of 10 wedding guests
age 18-24 and 61 percent of guests age 35-50 posted about their
friend or family members wedding on social media.
Although most couples arent using social on their wedding
day, 27 percent admitted to posting at some point during the
H el p i n
day, and 30 percent requested a few photos from their photographer to share. Some 30 percent of brides asked to approve any
images their photographer posted on social media prior to their
going public.
Some 70 percent of brides admitted to sharing about their
nuptials on social media within 24 hours of getting hitched, and
70 percent post throughout their honeymoon.
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Two-in-one dresses
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Satellite bars
Sweet endings
Wow-worthy websites
Total personalization
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in-a-lifetime experience.
7. Leave your itinerary open.After scores of wedding appointmentsandwatchingtheclock,itsnicetoflybytheseatofyourpants.
Metallic palettes
Its all about shimmer and shine this year. Metallics play well
together, so dont be afraid to mix silver and rose gold or gunmetal
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Your wedding at Atlantic City Country Club will be nothing short of spectacular. Our newly renovated clubhouse boasts
a magnicent grand ballroom, elegant pre-reception area, and a tastefully appointed bridal suite overlooking our
award-winning golf course. The stunning Skydeck is an elevated open-air terrace that features breathtaking views of
the Atlantic City skyline providing you with an unforgettable setting for your wedding reception.
Known as one of Americas oldest and most prestigious golf clubs, Atlantic City Country Club is the perfect setting for
your wedding and reception. Our clubhouse offers a rich tradition of history combined with stunning views, exceptional
service and sumptuous dining. Our experienced and dedicated bridal staff is available to guide you through every
detail of your storybook wedding. Whether its an outdoor ceremony you wish for or a candle-lit reception, your dreams
become a reality at Atlantic City Country Club.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OUR WEDDING PACKAGES AND A PERSONAL TOUR,
PLEASE CONTACT CAITLIN MCMAHON AT 609-236-4400.
609-236-4400
One Leo Fraser Drive
Northeld, NJ 08225
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