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WEDDINGS by JANUARY – JUNE 2012 Love on Maui Beautiful Table Sweet Treats Charming Gifts YOUR DREAMS. OUR PLEASURE. K ATALIE FACEBOOK. COM/N ATALIEKJ LRY @N ATALIEKJ LRY OR RETAILERS NEAR YOU VISIT NATALIEK COM OR CALL N F . 1.800.688.6101 WA-VW_2012_GoldBorder_R3_RC-1.pdf 1 12/5/11 5:56 PM C M Y CM MY CY CMY K VISIT VERAWANG.COM OR WILLIAMARTHUR.COM TO SEE MORE WEDDING STATIONERY OR TO LOCATE A DEALER NEAR YOU Weddings:Weddings 12/2/1111:50AMPage1 NYC NYC Weddings:Weddings 12/2/1111:50AMPage2 NYC Weddings:Weddings 12/2/11 11:50 AM Page 1 Weddings:Weddings 12/2/11 11:50 AM Page 2 NYC New York . Los Angeles . Miami ALITA GRAHAM Exclusively at Kleinfeld® 110 West 20th Street, New York KleinfeldBridal.com AlitaGraham.com Team One Advertising CMY Cycle 2 9900 ©2012 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel©2012 Company, L.L.C. Team One Advertising CMY Cycle 2 9900 ©2012 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel©2012 Company, L.L.C. THE RITZ-CARLTON HOTEL COMPANY, L.L.C. 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Weddings by The Ritz-Carlton magazine will not assume any liability or responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, transparencies or any other materials. © 2012 McMurry, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States. All prices in editorial matter are expressed as U.S. dollars, unless otherwise noted. Ritz-Carlton, and the lion and crown symbol, are registered trademarks of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. www.ElizabethStJohn.com in the United States of America and other jurisdictions. Weddings by Ritz Carlton, Winter 2012 Issue: Aaron Basha advertisement (Right Hand Read) Aaron Basha Boutique • 685 Madison Avenue • New York • 212.935.1960 • www.aaronbasha.com Athens • Dubai • Hong Kong • Italy • Kiev • London • Moscow • Qatar • Tokyo WEDDINGS 28 by VOLUME 5 • ISSUE 1 58 54 FEATURES DEPARTMENTS 42 Going to Great Lengths YOUR DREAMS REAL WEDDINGS Long sleeves. Cap sleeves. Strapless. When it comes to the perfect wedding dress, brides have abundant choices. Take a look. 19 inspiration 68 beach chic No wedding dreams are too A Los Angeles couple 48 Let Them Eat ... Cake? big, as you’ll see from these returns to The Ritz-Carlton, Serving wedding cake is a tradition in many parts of the world, real Ritz-Carlton stories Amelia Island for their I dos. but couples everywhere are also tempting their guests’ taste from around the world. buds in fresh, delightful ways. OUR PLEASURE 24 jewelry 54 The Beautiful Table Small 72 princess brides Your wedding décor is an opportunity to surround your guests tokens of one of life’s The Ritz-Carlton, with elements of your own personal style. We share ideas biggest moments. Washington D.C. is making designed to dazzle. it possible for you to enjoy 28 beauty your own royal wedding. 58 Isle Do Advice for With the ocean and lush, tropical landscape as a backdrop, achieving that bridal glow. The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is a spectacular setting for a destination wedding ... and one made even more unforgettable 33 on the runway with special local touches. The latest looks from today’s top bridal gown designers. 14 WEDDINGS BY THE RITZ-CARLTON COVER PHOTOGRAPH BY J. ANTHONY MARTINEZ. THIS PAGE (LEFT TO RIGHT): DAN VERMILLION, J. ANTHONY MARTINEZ, SUZY CLEMENT editor’s letter Weddings in print — and online a destination wedding in maui. a selection of scrumptious sweet treats by Ritz-Carlton pastry chefs around the world. A vibrant fashion feature spotlighting the long and short of contemporary bridal gowns. And even a real Ritz-Carlton wedding in Amelia Island, Fla. With these topics and many more, our latest issue of “Weddings by The Ritz-Carlton” offers cover-to-cover ideas for making your own celebration uniquely you. Of course, if you’re like me — and can’t get enough of these beautiful wedding features — you’ll be thrilled to know that our outlining key questions to ask the professionals you’ll be hiring to inspiration for brides and grooms now also extends online. At make your wedding dreams come true. What do you ask a wed- ritzcarlton.com/weddings, we’ve created a portal for couples ding planner to make sure he or she is a good fit for you and your seeking unforgettable ways to celebrate their Big Day. This new intended? What do you ask a photographer so your wedding- wedding resource presents a world of ideas in three distinct sec- day photos turn out exactly as you’d like? These “10 Questions” tions: Destinations, Trends & Traditions, and Tools & Inspiration. sheets are the perfect first step in envisioning your celebration. In Destinations, you’ll find slideshows of weddings in breath- taking Ritz-Carlton locations around the world, with imaginative Happy planning! And remember ... ways to weave local traditions and the locale itself into your cel- ebration. The latest bridal gowns and accessories are a highlight Your Dreams. Our Pleasure. of Trends & Traditions, as are features that showcase wedding menu and drink options, and design themes. And finally, in Tools & Inspiration, you’ll discover abundant ideas for gifts, Jamie hoffman stationery, photography and even makeup tricks. As a spe- Editor in Chief cial treat, we also offer complimentary downloadable sheets Find wedding-day inspiration on ritz.carlton.com/weddings Sonoran Dream Color Magic Real Weddings Discover a desert We show you how Glimpse the wedding, where to cast a spell on celebration of two mountains, your wedding day food lovers who saguaros and with the perfect said their I dos at blazing sunsets are palette. The Ritz-Carlton, the backdrop. Laguna Niguel. · Plus, download our Complimentary Guides covering the 10 Questions to ask your photographer, stationer and wedding planner. 16 WEDDINGS BY THE RITZ-CARLTON PHOTOGRAPHY (TOP) BY J. ANTHONY MARTINEZ, (BOTTOM, LEFT TO RIGHT) MEL BARLOW, DAN VERMILLION, BOB AND DAWN DAVIS Welcome Home! CASHS ® cashs.com C R Y S T A L crystalclassics.com shopshannon.com 800-999-0655 ritz_ad10_2011.indd 1 11/2/11 1:33 PM your dreams · inspiration Your Moments CREATING A WEDDING THAT IS DECIDEDLy ‘you’ WHEN YOU LOOK BACK ON YOUR WEDDING DAY, it’s the personal details that tend to linger longest. Whether it’s a towering cake made with your lucky number in mind, a signature cocktail or your favorite flowers in your hair, crafting these special custom touches means looking within yourself for inspiration, whimsy and meaning. Of course, realizing your vision — and translating it into an event that lasts a lifetime in the memories of you and your guests — may require help. Fortunately, that is a Ritz-Carlton specialty. PHOTOGRAPH BY THINKSTOCK WEDDINGS BY THE RITZ-CARLTON 19 your dreams · inspiration Q&A CALMING WEDDING-DAY JITTERS any number of treatments can Besides massage, are there The run-up to the actual “I dos” can be a stressful time for a prospective be modified for two people. For other spa treatments that bride and groom. That’s why more and more couples are indulging in example, we have a four-hand men enjoy? spa services prior to their nuptials. We talked with Spa Director Kristin massage — using two therapists Yes! We offer a Black Tie facial treat- Carpenter, of EAU Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach, about the on one person — that can be ment that includes exfoliation and trend. Her insights offer great ideas as you plan your big day: done for couples. We also have a masque to restore their energy. a Twilight Wind Down package, How are couples integrating spa their fiancee, as well. That’s why specifically designed for couples, So you have treatment services into their weddings? we offer a variety of couple’s mas- that includes caviar and cham- areas that are open air? It’s becoming commonplace to see sages and facial treatments, so the pagne, a 60-minute soothing Our property is particularly blessed brides and grooms come in together. couple can share intimate time and massage with champagne-infused because we have indoor/outdoor I think men are becoming more and unwind before their wedding. body oil — and the couple can garden villa suites for couples, so more comfortable with the notion share our oversized soaking bath they can enjoy beautiful garden of pampering and relaxation before Do couples favor any and wind down in the open air views in an open-air, but private their big day — and they are seeing particular treatments? for a night under the stars.