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Bride hooked on her groom The couple: Sarah Stetler and Michael Brunkhorst of Alta The day: September 6, 2008 The place: The Gathering Place in Loomis

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hen Sarah Stetler and Michael Brunkhorst were planning their wedding, there was one priority – it couldn’t interfere with deer hunting season. Sarah dreamed of a September wedding, but the Alta couple worried that if their wedding occurred during deer season, no one would show. “Everyone in our family hunts, so there wasn’t going to be anyone at the wedding. My sister-in-law, brother, Michael, myself, my grandparents,” Sarah said. “There wouldn’t have been a single groomsman.” Capturing their outdoorsy nature was important for Sarah and Michael, who ended up pushing their date to Sept. 6, 2008, well before hunting season. The couple are avid anglers and enjoy fishing in the Delta in their own boat.

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Her centerpieces were recycled from her So it’s no wonder the couple’s wedding brother’s wedding. The cake cutters and was a little fishy. goblets were borrowed from her parents. Their cake topper had a bride reeling in The Hershey Kiss favors had homemade a groom. Their favors and placecards were stickers printed with their date in a “fishing festooned with the phrase “We got pole” font. hooked.” Sarah is proud that most of her wedding But it took Sarah a while to reel in her was supplied by Placer County vendors, big catch. from her $37 SaveMart cake to her Although they knew each other since Roseville photographer, Jacqueline Willard. high school (both attended Colfax High – Before she knew it, it was time to walk Michael graduated in 2001, Sarah in 2003), they didn’t start dating until 2005. While on a fishing trip with Sarah’s brother, Michael told him he was really starting to like his sister. Then Christmas 2007, Michael popped the question by putting a ring in Sarah’s stocking. Sarah immediately started planning the big day with loads of help from her mother and sister-in-law. “He got to relax and I got whatever I wanted,” Sarah said. The couple chose The Gathering Place in Loomis as their venue. “It has a bed and breakfast so you can stay there and with the pond and the beautiful outside, it captured who we are,” Sarah said. “It’s very outdoorsy, so we went with that.” Finding the perfect dress was next on Sarah’s to-do Photograph by Jacqueline Willard list, but she almost Sarah Stetler and Michael Brunkhorst share a special moment. cast the dress she wore on her big day aside. down the aisle. “There was this one dress that was realFlanked by six bridesmaids and six ly gaudy,” Sarah said. “We were making groomsmen, Sarah and Michael exchanged fun of it, but when I put it on I loved it.” vows overlooking The Gathering Place’s She wore a Maggie Sottero strapless pond in front of around 160 guests. gown with a beaded bodice and roucheing Michael found it quite emotional to get around the waist. through his vows. The wedding cost $15,000, most of it “Then I shed a tear because he was crycoming from Sarah’s parents. ing,” Sarah said. “I just took a deep Sarah knew photography and food breath.” would be the most expensive parts of the wedding, but she tried to cut down wherContinued on page 9 ever she could.

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The wedding cake topper, left, and placecard, below, played off of the couple’s love for fishing. Photographs by Jacqueline Willard

Hooked Continued from page 7 Once the “I dos” were said, it was time to celebrate. “Nobody thought I’d do it (get married), so it was exciting,” Michael said. “I was nervous all day until she walked down the aisle. After that I had fun.” Sarah found out the adage that you won’t get 100 percent attendance at your wedding didn’t hold true for hers. “They say 15 to 20 percent don’t come, but everybody came,” she said. “We had to overflow outside onto the patio.” Dinner was habanero pork and tri-tip with salad and roasted red potatoes. The couple enjoyed their first dance to John Michael Montgomery’s “I Can Love You Like That.” “Everyone told us it was the best wedding and they had so much fun,” Sarah said. “I think it’s because it was confortable, not uppity. Just real low key. Everybody knew everybody and just had a lot of fun.” Sarah’s favorite part of her wedding was that first moment she snagged alone with Michael. “It’s over before you know it. You spend a year, or less, preparing for one day and then it’s over like that,” she said, snapping her fingers together. “Just take it in and then try to let go.” Sarah also suggests brides delegate tasks. Sarah assigned certain key tasks to her brother and it took a lot of weight off her shoulders on the wedding day. Michael’s advice to grooms? “Let it ride. Go with the flow,” he said. “All I had to do was show up.”

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oudoir is a term for a woman’s bedroom or private sitting room – “boudoir” literally comes from the French for “a sulking place” – and boudoir photography traditionally refers to intimate photos taken in that location. Boudoir photography is as old as photography itself, but bridal boudoir photography is a growing trend. Pellegrino began her photography business in 2004 and added boudoir a year later. Today, it makes up 90 percent of her business. “Mainly the people that come to me have come to me in the lingerie store,” says Pellegrino, whose studio is in the back of a lingerie store, which has some of her photos on display. “They see it and they like it. I think it’s just being more popular, and the suggestion is there.” Doris Maran, a wedding and boudoir photographer in Maui, says its basically wherever the bride wants to take it. “It could mean getting shots done while the bride is getting ready in her underthings, or it can be an appointment before the wedding so the photos can be given as a gift,” she says. Most of the time it’s the latter, where

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brides have sexy, sophisticated photos taken a few months before their wedding in order to have them printed to give to their fiancé on their wedding day or their honeymoon. A favorite photo can be individually framed, but often a set of photos are given in an album. “They want something that’s beautiful and good quality that they can tuck away,” says Pellegrino, who provides photos to her clients in either a leather-bound album, similar to the wedding album, or in a cloth folio.

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apturing bridal beauty without the traditional nuptial accoutrements like a dress and veil was what Maui bride Vanessa Cushenbery was aiming for when she chose to have Maran shoot boudoir photos two months before her wedding. She met the photographer at the beach, and then she took her clothes off. It wasn’t lewd or coarse, Cushenbery says; it was beautiful. “It’s a very special time, and (bridal boudoir) is a wonderful way to capture that moment,” she says.

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“What my clients like about it is that it’s invigorating for women,” Pellegrino says. “It just makes them feel special and pretty and happy that they could give a unique gift.” In fact, Pellegrino says only 50 percent of her client base is brides-to-be. Some have lost weight and want to celebrate their success, while others want to document their beauty as they age. It’s something they do just to feel beautiful, but most are doing it “for his eyes only.” Pellegrino herself stumbled into boudoir when a friend wanted something to send to her husband in Iraq. “It’s a tremendous gift to give your husband,” says Danny Steyn of Adept Studios in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. “It’s a unique thing that nobody else (can) give them. That in itself makes it a valuable gift.” Me? Sexy photos? No way! Well, that’s kind of the point. Bridal boudoir is about getting over your fears and enjoying the beauty that’s yours. It’s edgy, it’s fun, and, yes, you’ll look great. “When we show our clients professional model books, their first response is ‘I don’t look like that,’” Steyn says. “Then we show

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“Brides and grooms are less bound by family tradition and are calling their own shots, wanting a freer, fun, flirty mood at the wedding, and these dresses reflect that,” says Grace Young, a buyer at Bridal Galleria in San Francisco, a couture salon carrying Vera Wang and Amsale. Young notes that about 20 percent of her customers are opting for destination weddings in seaside places like Hawaii and Mexico, which call for a different type of gown. “When people are getting married on the beach, a place that’s warm, they want lighter fabrics and don’t want to drag the dress on the sand,” she says.

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n response to consumer interest, designers are devoting new collections to shorter dresses. Jim Hjelm Bridal, which already includes a few shorter gowns in its collection, is testing a shorter gown line for spring and depending on the response, plans to debut a full collection next fall. For fall 2009, New York-based Amsale is working on an entire collection of shorter gowns called “Amsale Presents the Little White Dress,” targeting wedding-related events such as engagement parties and receptions. “The little black dress is what I wear when I’ve got a special event I need to look great for,” says Amsale Aberra, designer of her namesake line. “It is timeless and works in many different situations. Similarly, our little white dresses will cover all the bases.”

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“Those in their late 30s don’t want the typical dress worn by a 24-year-old,” says Paul Diamond, chief marketing officer of New York-based Jane Wang LLC. “They appreciate the sophistication of these shorter gowns. These are also very good dresses for second weddings.” Jane Wang has offered shorter dresses for the past two years. The line will include two or three new looks for the spring collection along with its breakout twofor-one dress – a gown with a long skirt that can be taken off, leaving behind a cocktail dress. This convertible dress will target brides who want to switch sartorial gears from the ceremony to the reception.

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■ Share the news of your engagement with your family and friends and announce it in the local newspapers. ■ Discuss finances with everyone contributing to the event and set a budget. ■ Set the date and ceremony/reception locations. If you’re set on getting married at a certain time of year, choose the date first, then the location. If you have your heart set on a specific venue, let that drive your decision. ■ Meet with the officiant or the clergy at your church/temple/mosque. ■ Establish a guest list. ■ Start interviewing wedding planners/events designers, if you’re thinking of enlisting the help of one. ■ Start thinking about the style and theme of your wedding.

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■ Start shopping for a gown. ■ Oh yeah … If your parents haven’t met, now would be a good time for that.

6-9 months before your wedding ■ Mail out Save-the-Dates ■ Interview and book your vendors – and don’t forget to get a signed contract from: ■ Caterer ■ Baker ■ Florist ■ Musicians/DJ ■ Transportation ■ Photographer/Videographer

■ Choose your attendants and shop for their dresses. ■ Order your stationery – invites, envelopes, thank-yous, etc. ■ Start looking into honeymoon locales. ■ Get your wedding Web site up and running, if you’re having one. ■ Schedule any beauty treatments you’re planning on having leading up to the wedding. ■ Register for gifts.

4-6 months before ■ Book your hair/makeup help for the big day. ■ Make any final amendments to the guest list. ■ Plan the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. ■ Help the moms shop for their wedding-day attire. ■ Shop for wedding bands with your fiancé ■ Find accommodations for out-of-town guests and reserve a block of rooms. ■ Finalize your honeymoon plans.

2-4 months before ■ Start addressing invitations. ■ Buy attendants’ gifts. ■ Get the men’s fashions in order – groom, groomsmen and ushers. ■ Choose readings for the ceremony.

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■ Select music for the ceremony/reception. ■ Check marriage-license requirements. ■ Make sure your vendor contracts are complete. ■ Meet with your caterer to discuss menu and drinks.

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■ Order the cake. ■ Pick out favors. ■ Plan and shop for welcome bags. ■ Arrange party rentals, if necessary. ■ Book your wedding-night room.

4-8 weeks before ■ Mail out your invites. ■ Do a hair/makeup run-through. ■ Discuss insurance/bank account changes you’ll need to make. ■ Send ceremony programs and reception menu and place cards to be printed. ■ Write vows.

2-4 weeks before ■ Submit a shot list to your photographer and setlist to your DJ. ■ Finalize the seating chart and prepare escort/place cards. ■ Update registry.

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■ Call anyone who hasn’t RSVP’d. ■ Confirm details with your vendors. ■ Get your final dress fitting. ■ Write a toast for the rehearsal.

1 week before ■ Give your caterer the final headcount. ■ Pick up your dress; break in your shoes. ■ Give scripts to your readers. ■ Pack for your honeymoon. ■ Find someone to transport heirlooms (candles, glasses, cake knife) to and from the reception site. ■ Organize your wedding-day payments and decide who will distribute them.

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■ Get a mani-pedi. ■ Enjoy the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. ■ Get plenty of sleep.

The big day ■ Keep your meals small and light. ■ Give yourself plenty of time for hair/makeup before the photographer arrives. ■ Give yourself a bit of time to relax before the big day.

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Local places to say ‘I Do’ Harmony Ridge Lodge, Nevada City

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he owners of Harmony Ridge Lodge have taken a barn property just outside of Nevada City and turned it into a wedding wonderland. The lodge opened in October 2007 after a year of construction to turn a 5,000-squarefoot house and 7,000-square-foot barn. The previous owner used the buildings to restore antique cars. “No one could figure out what to do with that barn,” said owner Jamie O’Donnell. “So overly ambitious Sagitarius that I am, we turned it into a retreat.” The lodge now offers 10 guest rooms that sleep up to 25 guests Wedding packages are available utilizing local florists, caterers and DJs. The lodge can accommodate winter weddings of up to 75 guests indoors in the library and great rooms. For May through October outdoor weddings, up to 150 guests can enjoy dining and dancing on the lawn surrounded by tall pine trees. The lodge is perfect for couples looking to rent a venue for the weekend. O’Donnell already has 14 weddings booked this season. “If you’re thinking about your wedding as a place for family and friends, who may be

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nearby or far away out of town, to spend the whole weekend together celebrating, this is it,” he said. “There are no other guests or events, you take over the whole thing.”

For more information on Harmony Ridge Lodge, 18883 East Highway 20 in Nevada City, call (530) 478-0615 or e-mail [email protected].

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imber Creek Lodge at Sun City Roseville offers a wide variety of locations, all perfect for your wedding and reception. “We have virtually an unlimited number of venues for a ceremony,” said Jenny Giallanza, Sun City’s award-winning director of catering. The only location off-limits is the golf course, Giallanza said. The two main venues are the large Timber Creek Lodge patio overlooking the lush, green golf course, and the picturesque English rose garden adjacent to the Timber Creek Ballroom. The wedding ceremony includes ivory chairs arranged with center and side aisles; an 8-foot covered table for gifts; a 4foot rounded covered table for the guest book; a table – if needed – for a unity candle service; an easel for the engagement photo; and a dressing area for the bride and bridesmaids. The nearly 5,000-square-foot ballroom seats 300 and is available for receptions. The two main venues each will seat a maximum of 300 guests. The ballroom includes 6-foot round tables seating 10 guests; an extra-large dance floor with room for a band or disc jockey; ivory tablecloths and a wide variety of napkins from which to choose; ivory china with glass stemware and Oneida silverware; a head table for the wedding party; gift table; guest book table; buffet table and hors d’ oeuvres table; punch table; portable bars and a complete serving staff. The full and reasonably priced menu is prepared by the Timber Creek Lodge staff under the direction of head chef Kevin Huff. For information, contact Jenny Giallanza at (916) 774-3870 or at [email protected], or visit www.suncityroseville.org.

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The Blue Goose, Loomis

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he historic Blue Goose Fruit Shed event center has a charming and warm elegance. Spruced up from its heyday as a fruit-packing shed, the large wood timbers, original wood floor, and the sweeping 35-foot ceiling create an inviting and relaxed atmosphere. While retaining its rustic charm, the renovation created a reception entry, full caterer’s kitchen, bar, stage, and a bride’s green room. The event center gives the bride creative license. She has the opportunity to pick her own caterer, create a table arrangement, and choose her own decorative theme. From rustic charm to modern decor, the Blue Goose transforms easily with no need to rush. The center rents by the day, not the hour. Tables and chairs to accommodate 275 diners are included in the rate. An in-house sound system, projector/screen and theater lighting are available for additional charges. Alcohol is allowed and event insurance is included. To inquire about rental rates and availability of the event center, located at 3550 Taylor Road in Loomis, call Blue Goose Produce at (916) 652-8341.

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et in the most beautiful part of Sun City Lincoln Hills, the Orchard Creek Lodge offers the perfect venue for both outdoor and indoor weddings. “It was a beautiful setting, and the staff was fantastic,” said Lindsay Castro, who was married on the manicured lawns in front of the lodge in 2005. “I searched all over the whole Sacramento area, and for the setting and everything, it was a fantastic price.” Whether the desired setting is under a trellis on manicured lawns or in the spacious ballroom, Orchard Creek has it all, including full-service catering without any predetermined packages so brides and grooms can get exactly what they want and stay within their budgets. “We have everything, including wedding coordination,” said banquet sales manager Judy Croy. “They have a go-to person all the time, which a lot of venues don’t.” Only one wedding is scheduled at a time, so if an outdoor wedding is upset by wind, heat or rain, the ballroom will be open as a plan B. Orchard Creek Lodge is set up for weddings as small as 25 to as large as 300. “This is actually one of the best-kept secrets in the area,” Croy said. To contact the Orchard Creek Lodge, call Judy Croy at 625-4043 or visit www.orchardcreekonline.com. I Do 2009

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Menu Continued from page 4 with your choice. However, you may discover that what you assume is the most economical option isn’t necessarily so. Before you take a stand – or a seat – on food service, here’s what to consider.

Sit-Down Dinner Serenity is being assured everyone has a seat and a full plate, without the discomfort of juggling plates and glasses. That’s the advantage of a sit-down meal. What you may not know is that this luxurious treatment maybe be less pricey than a buffet, according to caterers. “There’s a perception that a buffet is cheaper, but it’s not, because you’re serving a greater quantity of food,” says Daniel Briones, president of the National Association of Catering Executives. Unlike a buffet where some guests may heap their plates, everyone at a sit-down dinner receives a set portion. Caterers compensate for heavy buffet eaters by making more food available, which you have to pay for. Bar service is often less costly, as well, since you can control how much wine is poured at the tables. When selecting this sophisticated service, caterers say your best menu bets are the ever-popular beef tenderloin and/or lobster. Drawbacks: Some guests will undermine the seating arrangements to get their preferred spot.

Family-style Dinner If you enjoy informality, but want your guests to eat in comfort, passing platters of food at the table may be the answer. It’s the middle ground between a buffet and being served by the wait staff. “In family style service, you can control portions better than a buffet,” says Briones, who is director of catering at the Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia. “You’re also giving guests a little more variety than one specific item,” he adds. Best food bets: Italian, Southern with chicken and greens, or Asian, according to Briones. “Anything that will sit well on a buffet would translate well onto a family-style menu,” he says. Drawbacks: Some guests may not want to serve themselves. Some caterers provide wait staff, but that adds to the cost. Family-style requires large, clear tables. If the settings include a centerpiece and several glasses for each guest, there might not be room for the platters, according to Briones.

Buffet You may have visions of unattractive chafing dishes, heaps of steamed food and restless guests at a buffet. Forget them. Buffets have appeal, says Michael Lamando of Amici’s Catered Cuisine in Tampa Bay, Fla. “If you are social and want your families to mingle, buffets are a good way to do it.”

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Stations Serve up adventure and personal stories when you feature a range of food stops, or stations, each with a different culinary selection. Stations can reflect your heritage, say regional Italian cuisine, or how you met, maybe food from a vacation in Japan. Although similar to buffets, stations are spread out. Each station has its own style, says Liene Stevens, owner of Blue Orchid Designs in Scottsdale, Ariz. This suits her clients’ interests in ethnic fare. Best food bets: Asian, such as Chinese pot stickers and Japanese sushi are favorites among Stevens’ couples. In Tampa, Lamando’s guests prefer pasta stations. “Guests choose their own pasta and sauce with a variety of toppings including shrimp, chicken, sausage and scallops, Lamando says. Drawbacks: You’ll need a large room to accommodate the bar and separate food areas.

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