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y Monica Sawyer, Editor photos by D&P Photographytheonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {4}My favorite family in the wedding business is theBorens. I've had a long, lovely friendship withPriscilla Boren of D&P Photography and she, herhusband Danney, son Marshall and daughter Janessaare always game to help me out, whether it be tophotograph an event, or video some random storyfor another one of my crazy projects. And I have tomention Bobby, who's office visits and super herocostumes I miss sincehe's getting all grown upnow! This business is reallyabout relationships:honoring friendships,the people who help youthe most, and lifting eachother up and showing theworld our best. I've beenthinking about Priscillaand her talent for a longtime and really wantedher to shoot anothercover for The One. TheFebruary cover seemedperfect since her familyis always so full of LOVE!If you've read past issues,you know I am also inlove with Josh Salinas andGreg Ybarra of Josh &Co. and Get Jeweled Productions.If people thinkI give them too muchcoverage, well, that's becausethey volunteer theirtime, work extremely hard, and I go to them becauseI can predict amazing results without having to eventhink about it. I LOVE them and their dedicationto excellence. The trio of Priscilla, Josh and Gregdreamed up this romantic cover, which is all aboutpassion, intimacy and style, embraced in a beautifulimage. It was probably the smoothest shoot I'veever been a part of thanks to Priscilla's sweetness andeasy nature, Josh and Greg's charms, and the helpinghands of Marshall.Josh Salinas hand-picked our cover models, SarahAngoori and boyfriend Christopher Llanas. Theywere great sports, allowing Josh to pose them in allkinds of positions on the floor to get the perfect,unique angle. Sarah graduated last May from TexasA&M-CC and currently works at the Aquarium aswell as my favorite date spot, The Yardarm restaurant.Chris was recently promoted to marketing directorat Suntide Credit Union.The One has really become about showcasing thebest, and Kari Morrisonat Julian Gold, who is thebest in the local fashionbusiness, was so helpful toloan us two luscious gownsfor the shoot. The covergown is by Vera Wang, retailingfor $6,500 and thegown pictured to the left isby Amasale, retailing for$3850. Bobby Buentellofrom Men's Wearhouse,a long-time contributor,provided the handsometuxes including one fromVera Wang's new tux line(sorry, not pictured).One of my favorite partsof all the cover shoot experiencesover the lastyear or so has been droolingover the jewels GoldMaster Jewelers brings.This time, they loanedus so much bling, BeverlyPatlan, an associate at Gold Master, had to personallyescort the jewels and watch over them. We'retalking over $118,000 worth of jewels people! Wowzers!Our model showed off an 18k Giovani SethBridal Collection ring with 2.55 carats of diamondsvaluing $17,710. Haytayan was the designer of theday as we ogled over pieces from that collection:an 18k necklace with 56 carats of multi-coloredgems valuing $50,000, an 18k white gold necklaceencrusted with 1.63 carats of diamonds valuing$12,237, an 18k white gold ring with 1.76 caratsof diamonds valuing $12,069, 14k white gold

chandelier earrings encrusted with1.57 carats of, you guessed it, morediamonds, valuing $4,251 and lastbut not least, an 18k white goldlemon quartz and diamondring with 3 carats of diamondsvaluing $22,000! Diamondsare a girl's best friend after all.Thank you Gold Master! Youare the master, and welcome tojoin us on a shoot anytime!This was a fun, easy-breezyshoot and I can't wait to pairup with this group again!Visit dpphoto.biz, juliangold.com, goldmasterjewelers.com and theonebrideguide.com for more info aboutour cover contributors. Youcan also look for them in ourOff-White Pages starting onpage 40 and online attheoffwhitepages.com.T h e R a n c h a tSan Patricio, TXThe Ranch at San Patricio offers a beautiful setting for your special event. Our 5400 sq. ft.event center with crystal chandeliers, bridal suite and fully-equipped kitchen is ideal forwedding receptions and parties. Get married or renew your vows in our outdoor chapel.Take unforgettable photos on our 88 acres of priceless backdrops. Your wedding party canstay for the weekend in our 4000 sq. ft. main house. Our secluded location offers the specialfeeling of privacy while being conveniently located only 30 minutes from Corpus Christi.RanchAtSanPatricio.comtheonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {5}info@RanchAtSanPatricio.com • 20489 County Road 1740, Mathis, TX 78368 • 210-834-0159

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y MarilynNashdo-it-yourself wedding hasA many benefits, saving on yourwedding budget being probablythe biggest reason. You can set yourpriorities, from most importantdetail to least important detail,according to you and yourfiancés style and dreams.A DIY wedding can rangefrom all different types ofstyles. There is the classic, traditionalwedding, which wouldalso include vintage or Victorianweddings. Or if you a more moderncouple, you might follow a moretrendy style. Maybe you wouldhave a vineyard wedding theme,a beach wedding or you maychoose to tie the knot at your favoritevacation spot. The question ofstyle also dictates whether your detailswill be formal or informal. Mosttraditional, classic, vintage or Victorianwedding styles would call for amore formal event. While modernstyles could accommodate aninformal attire. Whatever style youdecide to choose, make sure it isthe wedding of YOUR DREAMS!Spend a lot of time researchingoptions, planning out steps andcosts, and you will be on your wayto a very personal wedding day!Invitations:A good place to dive in with ado-it-yourself wedding is with thefirst impression - the invitation.Because invitations are so personal,this is a great fit for the DIYcouple. A new trend is for thecouple to personalize artwork ontheir invites, showing pictures ofthemselves at their venue or evenincluding a drawing or caricatureof themselves.Many couples are choosing vintageor custom stamps with a specialmeaning, a saying, a hobbyor state they live in. Now you candesign your own postage stampthrough the US Postal Service atpictureitpostage.com. Talk aboutfirst impression!Many couples can really go all-outfrom start to finish with the invitations,depending on how inventiveyou are, creating a piece of artto send to each guest. You candesign your own and use specialpaper and get them printed at alocal printer like QuikPrint, or if youplan on printing your own invitesat home and don't really want todesign them, you will need "printableinvitations." A printable kittheonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {8}

is where the design is already donefor you and you order the cards andenvelopes through a company.You just add the text by usingyour computer, print, andvoilà, beautiful invites!There are many companiesthat now sellthem. Printablepress.com is a good one. Ipersonally hooked upwith cardsandpockets.com,a companythat will sell and printfor you. I give my clientswholesale prices throughmy business. They also sellDIY envelopes, table cards andmore . Paper-source.com is also a greatcompany for buying special paper andenvelopes. One of my personal favoritecompanies is Vistaprint. They printstamps, invitations, photo books, and ahost of other great wedding ideas forvery reasonable prices.Flowers:Taking on your wedding flowers cansave you hundreds of dollars. Knowingsome basics will make this a fun andbeautiful experience. There are lots ofclasses you can take on the interneton wedding flowers. Youtube.com isa great place to find visual classes.I like classes with hands-on training. Lookfor classes being given at craft stores orsometimes even from florists who sellin bulk (and I personally teachthe basics of wedding flowersas well).For any DIY project,make sure you do a trialrun, especially for flowerarranging or food.For fresh flower arrangements,Costco is a goodsource to get flowersFedXed. H-E-B Blooms alsowill take bulk orders. Shoparound. Sometimes even flowershops will give you a good deal. Forsilk wedding flowers, I love Hobby Lobby.However, there are many companiesonline now offering bulk prices.Food:The largest expense of your weddingcan be the reception. One way couplesare saving money on their reception isfiguring out the food themselves. If youchoose to do a sit-down dinner, youcan still make it lovely and inexpensiveby doing it yourself. Some brides havehad the main course catered, and thenhad family and friends put together theappetizer and salad courses to make anelegant and economical meal. Cupcakesversus a wedding cake can beeconomical and not as daunting to puttogether. You can find cupcake holdersonline to make a beautiful arrangementof sweets.For buffet-style, a fun option is for thecouple to serve childhood favoritefoods. The list is endless and can be veryfun for guests: tea sandwiches, Twinkies,a candy "bar," chocolate fountain, etc.Another food trend is offering a champagnebar, where guests can mix theirown bubbly creation using organicpurees, fresh fruit, and edible flowers.How fun!!Of course, the internet offers a plethoraof options and inspiration. Check outpinterest.com and stylemepretty.com.And the DIY queen, Martha Stewart, isstill a great resource for keeping up withamazing DIY projects.Whatever DIY projects you decide todo, it will be uniquely yours!!! That is whyDIY can be so special to you and yourguests. The biggest piece of advice Ican give is START EARLY! DIY can takelonger to plan and execute, but can beworth every effort and possibly save youmoney! Good luck!Contact info@theonebrideguide.com totalk to Marilyn Nash about her classes orDIY consulting services.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {9}

August 18, 2012San Patricio, TexasEngaged for 9 monthsColors: Soft, vintage pastelsCeremony & Reception: The Ranch atSan Patricio, 300 guestsRehearsal dinner: The Ranch at SanPatricio, 40 guestsWedding planner: Amber Anderson,Circle A EventsInvitations: Atelier du Papier, HoustonWedding dress: Weddings by Debbiein Katy: Maggie SotteroTuxes: The Tuxedo Place and MoreBridesmaid's dresses: Online: designerLela Rosetheonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {10}Rings: Engagement ring diamondbelonged to bride's grandmother;engagement setting and weddingrings by Rogers Fine JewelersJewelry: Pearls belonged to bride'smother and grandmother - bothwere worn on their weddingdays; bracelets were bride'sgrandmother’s and great greataunt's; bride's mother wore the samebracelets at her weddingHair and makeup: Courtney Cotton ofJames Stanley SalonFlowers: Blossom Shop and TheRanch at San PatricioDecorations: The Ranch at SanPatricioFood: Carino's Italian GrillCake: Gary Homan & CompanyReception rentals: The Ranch at SanPatricio, Vintage Rentals, and ButlerSignature EventsEntertainment: Sean Brown, SouthTexas Photo BoothsPhotographer: Robin Haws, StudioEleven PhotographyGet-away vehicle: A carriage pulledby Clyde the Clydesdale, providedby the Ranch at San PatricioAll photos by Robin Haws,Studio Eleven Photography

How we met:I had come to Sinton (home) for theweekend for my Dad’s birthday,fully intending to leave right afterchurch on Sunday morning. But, aftermeeting Cheston that morning, Idecided I didn’t have to rush backto Austin so fast... The rest is history.The proposal:It was a busy Wednesday night,the day before Thanksgiving atCheston’s house. We decided totake a little break and go outsidefor awhile. We started talking aboutmarriage and what we both wantedout of it. Then out of nowhereCheston looks at me and says “Sodo you wanna get married?” Ireplied with “Are you serious?” Hisface broke out into a smile and justnodded his head. "Yes!" A weeklater he surprised me with my ringat Razoo’s in Austin. It is absolutelygorgeous!!! The center diamondbelonged to my grandmother andhe picked out the setting just for me.We couldn’t be a more perfect fit!Favorite detail:Bride: My love for antiques began atan early age with the influence of mygrandparents and parents. I wantedmy wedding to reflect my love forvintage and lace. Groom: Everydetail was personal. It was beautiful.Funniest/most embarrassingmoment:Bride: As my Dad walked me downthe aisle, he kept stepping on mydress. Right when we reached thefront he really stepped on it good andI thought we were both going to fall.It was more funny then embarrassingthough. Groom: I was blindfoldedso we could share a first kiss beforethe wedding and her brother keptmessing with me. I didn’t know who itwas until we got the pictures in.Favorite moment:Bride: When my girls and husbandwere all in the photo booth lettingloose and having a good time!The pictures were so cute!Groom: Lighting the unity candle inthe wind. Now that was a challengeand it lasted about five seconds.Biggest challenge:Bride: Getting all the guys to gettheir tuxedo measurements in. Theywere in no hurry to get any of thatdone because, of course, they haveall the time in the world!Groom: Definitely the tuxes.Advice for future brides orgrooms:Bride: Don’t stress so much. It willall come together but start planningearly! If you have an idea of whatyou want, it helps out so much!Enjoy every moment because it’llbe over before you know it.Groom: Don’t step on her toes.How to make your spouse happy:Bride: He’s an easy-going guy anda happy person! It’s not hard tomake him smile. He loves coffeein the morning, lemon in his tea,and a kiss before I leave a room.I keep doing these things and he’llstay happy.Groom: She’s a happy person,it’s the little things I do and I tell herI love her every day.Other information for couples:Bride: You can know the momentyou see each other, that he/sheis the perfect one for you.Groom: Love her, Help each other,and take out the trash.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {11}

All photos by Raymond Gray Photographytheonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {14}Colors: Royal blue, yellow, and ivoryCeremony: Corpus Christi CathedralReception: Solomon Ortiz Center,300 guestsRehearsal dinner: Water Street OysterBar and Restaurant, 30 guestsWedding planner: Kat Creech,Enjoy EventsInvitations: DelphineDresses: Brickhouse Bridal: Bride'sdress by Martina LianaSuits: Men's WearhouseRings: Creations Fine Jewelry NThings by Steve VenturaAccessories: Ross SimonsHair & makeup: On-site hair andmakeupFlowers: Johnathan Andrew SageDecorations: Enjoy Events, BluePrint Studios, Elegant Beginnings,and Jonathan Andrew SageLighting: Impressive EventsFood: Ovations at the SolomonOrtiz CenterCake: Simply Elegant by RaymondPhotographer: Raymond GrayPhotographyEntertainment: Impressive Eventsand Image Cinema Photo BoothFirst dance song: "Your Song" byElton JohnFather-daughter dance song:"Daddy’s Angel" by John VitoMother-son dance song: "ForeverYoung" by Rod StewartGet-away vehicle: Lincoln Town CarWedding night lodging: OmniCorpus Christi Bayfront HotelWedding favors: Photo Booth Stripsfrom Image Cinema Photo BoothBridal party gifts: Pearl necklaces,bracelet, and earringsRegistry: Bed Bath & Beyond,Crate & Barrel, Sears, and Macy’sHoneymoon: Thailand andCambodiaJuly 14, 2012 • Corpus Christi, TX •engaged for 19 months

Why did you choose to have adestination wedding?Bride: I grew up in New Orleans sinceI was 10. I was born in Honduras butwhen my mom and I came to the U.S.we went to New Orleans and that’swhere I went to elementary school, highschool and even college. My mom livesthere still. She has her business there,and I wanted to share the New Orleansculture and everything I grew up with,with our guests. Plus, I wanted it to alsobe a fun trip for our guests... which turnsout it was!!! Groom: Because it was mywife’s home and her dream.Biggest challenge about planning adestination wedding:Bride: Oh my Lord, where to begin!! It wasa HUGE challenge. The biggest hurdlewas finding a location. I had an amazingmaid of honor who scouted numerouslocations for me. She would take picturesand email me all the prices and menus(along with her opinion on them)... butI just couldn’t go off of any of that... Ifelt I needed to be there in person tomake that decision. So I flew out to NewOrleans one weekend in March and metwith the top 5 places I liked the best. Andthe first one I saw was the one we wentwith because it was perfect. I wanted thewedding to be fun. Pat O’Briens cateredthe food and tended the open bar (theyserved Hurricanes - which Pat O’brienscreated - cyclones, purple peopleeaters, plus a premium bar) so it was sucha fun party! I couldn’t have done anyof this without my maid of honor, AaronLabadie. Lucky for me, she’s patient!And thank God for the internet. Orderingonline helped make things easier.Favorite detail:Bride: The Second Line! It’s a NewOrleans tradition: a walking parade. Wehad a band that led the parade andthe New Orleans Police Departmentstopped traffic in the middle of theFrench Quarter while every single oneof our guests paraded thru the streetsincluding Bourbon Street. It was a halfmile parade! Our guests wore thebeads and waved white handkerchiefs(wedding favors) with a drink in hand.Even total strangers joined in the paradeand celebrated with us. It was the besttime! Groom: Definitely the parade andthe setting of old town New Orleans.Favorite moment:Bride: Saying my vows to my husband.It was a very emotional moment.Groom: When I saw my wife walkingtoward me while I waited atthe altar.Funniest/most embarrassing moment:Bride & Groom: The best man Jason’sspeech! He was nervous, forgot hisspeech and ad-libbed... and gavemortifying details. I had to wrap him up!If you could do one thing over:Bride: I would have invited EVERYONEthat I knew... it was such a greatcelebration. I wish everyone I knewcould have been there!Groom: The whole day! As stressful asit was, I would do it all over again!Advice for future brides or grooms:Bride: Be very organized! Keep receipts,all emails and make a list of vendorsand share that list with your maid ofhonor and mom... just in case somethinghappens. If you have a list ahead oftime, you don’t have to stress out lookingfor names and numbers. And on yourwedding day, relax and enjoy!Groom: Ladies: try and take it easy onyour men! We really do try and give youthe world. Men: Have fun and rememberto stay out of trouble and let her have herway especially on and around that day.How to make your spouse happy:Bride: Tell him you hate shopping!Groom: Well... just being the bestman that I can be usually does it! Alsobringing her chocolate and Doritos.You look forward to the most:Bride: I look forward to our wholelife together. I don’t know what’sto come, but I can’t wait toenjoy it all with him and withour son! Groom: Raising afamily and conquering newgoals together.Other information for couples:Bride: You know you’ve found“The One” when you’re willing to notwalk away after a fight. It took meyears to find the man that I couldstick with. Groom: Don't take life forgranted, but live day by day makingthe best choices for you as a couple.Always try and put your spouse first nomatter what. Life gets hard. It's neveras bad as you think it is, and it alwaysgets better.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {17}

ArIA LOFT & Terrace . www.ariacc.com(361) 882-8801, 326 N. Chaparral St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401Aria offers a contemporary venue with a sophisticated feel. Color-changing lights make this room universal. The Loft is connected to the main room and can be used withthe main room and Terrace. The outdoor Terrace gives a birds-eye view of downtown, uptown, and the bayfront.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsAria - main room 25’ 3,200 250The Loft 25’ 150The Terrace open 3,000 200Art center of corpus christi . www.artcentercc.org(361) 884-6406 . 100 Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401The Art Center is known for Devary's Courtyard, the most romantic place to hold your special event. The Meadows Gallery is a large, open venue with local communityartist work hanging on the walls. The Bay View Room is stunning, with a 180-degree view through the huge palladium windows of downtown and Corpus Christi Bay.The Buena Vista Room boasts a water view of the marina and bay where you can have dining, dancing and the ceremony. All amenities available.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsMeadows Gallery 20’ 2,760 300 260 300Bay View Room 20’ 1,043 110 88 120 hexagonDevary’s Courtyard open 2,910 375 375 450 79’ x 104’Buena Vista Room 9'5" 1,973 150 130 100Art museum of south texas . www.artmuseumofsouthtexas.org(361) 825-3500 . 1902 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78403The Art Museum of South Texas provides a sparkling setting that celebrates art and offers an unparalleled viewing experience of the Corpus Christi Bay. Art from ourpermanent collection, as well as regional and national artists provides an incomparable setting for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners and other special events.Our facility can accommodate up to 600 guests and provides the opportunity to stage both the wedding and reception in one location.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsMiller Building 24’ 4,570 350 250 250Johnson Building 22’ 4,600 350 250 250BEST WESTERN MARINA GRAND Hotel . www.marinagrandhotel.com(361) 883-5111 . 300 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 172 GUEST ROOMSLocated on the 11th floor of the hotel, the room overlooks the Corpus Christi Bay and Marina in Corpus Christi’s downtown district.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsGrandview Ballroom 9’ 3,200 175 150 110’ x 64’Bleu Bistro/Havana . www.bleubistrocc.com(361) 887-2121 . 500 N. Water St., Corpus Christi, TX 78418Fine dining, private dining area in Bleu Bistro restaurant, next door to the Havana club. Perfect for rehearsal dinners up to 60-80 guests. Wedding receptions availableat the Havana Club - Corpus Christi's premier downtown night club and entertainment venue.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {19}Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsBleu Room 20’ 800 60-80 60-80Havana Club 200BLUFF's landing marina and lodge . www.bluffslanding.com(361) 937-7100 . 4242 Laguna Shores Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78418Outdoor beach ceremony performed under a white gazebo located on a peninsula peak along the western shore of the Laguna Madre, near Baffin Bay. Beautifulsunsets provide romantic settings. An outdoor pavilion provides the perfect setting for a reception and dance after the ceremony.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsOutdoor Pavilion 150 100 200

BotTomless pit bbq & catering . www.bottomless-pit.com(361) 879-0900 . 2815 Leopard St., Corpus Christi, TX 78408Rustic country atmosphere. Large parking lot front and back. Video and audio equipment available.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsEntire Restaurant 15’ 3000 170 200 200+Corpus christi fire fighters association . www.corpuschristifirefighters.org(361) 814-4437 . 6014 Ayers St., Corpus Christi, TX 78415The Corpus Christi Fire Fighters Association Hall is ideal for weddings, engagement parties, bridal showers, graduation parties, anniversary dinners and family reunions.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsCCPFFA Banquet Hall 9’ 1,400 200 175 250 41’ x 35’Corpus Christi Museum of science and history . www.ccmuseum.com(361) 826-4667 . 1900 N. Chaparral St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401Go from elegant to casual fun, with endless possibilities for an unforgettable after hours (after 5 p.m.) event! Our dome room features a 16th century carved woodceiling, the perfect atmosphere for a ceremony or cake display. Huge outdoor plaza with the Columbus ships, the Pinta and Santa Maria.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsDome Room 20’ 1,089 150 70 110North Wing 13’ 1,100 300 150 200Center Wing 13’ 1,700 250 80South Wing 13’ 1,500 200 80Plaza (outdoor) 2,500 600 350Corpus Christi police officers association . www.corpuschristipoa.net(361) 882-2762 . 3122 Leopard St., Corpus Christi, TX 78408Newly renovated, stylish, affordable - includes versatile outdoor patio.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {20}Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsRuben B. Cisneros Hall 9 -11' 3,200 250 250 250corpus christi town club . www.cctownclub.com(361) 880-5777 . 800 N. Shoreline Blvd., 6th Floor, Corpus Christi, TX 78401The Crystal Room has amazing views of Corpus Christi Bay and also has beautiful chandeliers and sconces. Bay Rooms have views of CC Bay, Art Museum of SouthTexas, USS Lexington and Harbor Bridge.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsCrystal Room 2,500 250 180 250 71’ x 31’Bay Rooms 2,100 150 100 130 76’ x 30’the courtyard at gaslight square . www.theCourtyardEventCenter.com(361) 884-1399 . 1002 Santa Fe, Corpus Christi, TX 78404A lovely tree-shaded courtyard framed by building façades is reminiscent of a European village with a raised balustraded area suitable for dancing. The “Courtyard” Is flankedon one side by the beautiful “Gaslight” room and on the other by the warm “Plaza” room and features an enchanting illuminated stone fountain with a dancing bronze nymph.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsThe Courtyard open 2,500 500 300 450Gaslight 20’ 1,650 100 300 450 50’ x 33’Plaza 15’ 1,020 75 100 125 30’ x 34’Crystal reception hall . www.crystalreceptionhall.com(361) 852-7420 . 2033 Airline Rd., Ste. C3, Corpus Christi, TX 78412We offer personalized "one stop shopping" with unique flair.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsCrystal Reception Hall 100-300

EMBASSY SUITES . www.embassysuites.com(361) 853-7899 . 4337 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78411 . 150 GUEST ROOMSRoom Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsAtrium 150 100Corpus Christi Ballroom 2,504 150 100 175 48’ x 49’Copano Bay 1,176 70 50 100 24’ x 49’Redfish Bay 1,328 70 50 110 24’ x 49’Baffin Bay 924 50 40 60 28’ x 33’fiesta gardens and wedding chapel . www.fiestagardens.weebly.com(361) 939-8208 or 361-960-7220 . 802 Don Patricio Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78418Reception hall is located in 1.5 acre garden. Take a step inside a hidden paradise located in Corpus Christi, TX. Open-air garden chapel is perfect for the ceremony ofyour dreams. We offer all-inclusive wedding packages including food, decorations, d.j., flowers and more. Wedding packages to fit every budget.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsReception Hall 10-18' 2,400 150Patio and Garden open 50HOLIDAY INN CORPUS CHRISTI AIRPORT . www.ichotelsgroup.com(361) 289-5100 . 5549 Leopard St., Corpus Christi, TX 78408 . 249 GUEST ROOMS call for amenitiesRoom Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsThe Forum Ballroom 14’ 6,728 900 600 700 116’ x 58’Ferrara 14’ 2,480 300 160 175 43’ x 58’Florence 14’ 1,430 300 100 175 26’ x 55’Venice 14’ 1,425 100 90 150 25’ x 57’Naples, Palermo, Pompeii 12’ 646 50 40 70 19’ x 34’HOLIDAY INN EMERALD BEACH . www.holiday-inn.com/crp-emeraldbch(361) 883-5731 . 1102 S. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 368 GUEST ROOMSThe Holiday Inn Emerald Beach is the only downtown hotel located directly on the beach. Kokomo’s bayview room offers an enclosed climate controlled settingwith a panoramic view of the bay waters off of the Gulf of Mexico for casual affairs & events.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsKokomo’s Ballroom 10’ 2,156 150 120-150 150 79’ x 20’HOLIDAY INN SUNSPREE RESORT . www.corpuschristibeachhotels.com(361) 949-8041 . 15202 Windward Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78418 . 149 GUEST ROOMSHoliday Inn Sunspree Resort’s banquet rooms are done in varying shades of blue.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {21}Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsGrand Ballroom 10’ 2,123 115 150 165 42’ x 50’Hotel corpus christi BAYFRont . www.ccbayfront.com(361) 882-8100 . 601 N. Water St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 200 GUEST ROOMS call for amenitiesRoom Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsTexas Ballroom 12’ 10,800 1,400 1,000 1,200 140’ x 72’Austin, Dallas, Houston, & San Antonio 12’ 2,520 300 250 300 35’ x 72’Garden Rooms 8’ 1,950 180 120 150 75’ x 26’Bluebonnet, Larkspur, Marisol 8’ 650 60 40 50 25’ x 26’La Vista 8’ 3,600 175 150 175 103’ x 77’ x 20’

k space contemporary . www.kspacecontemporary.org(361) 887-6834 . 415 Starr St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401Our recently renovated spacious gallery with open floor plan can be arranged for whatever your special event requires. Works of art on the walls make the spacebeautiful, even with minimal or no decoration. The original, rustic, hardwood floors lend a hint of history and nostalgia.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsGallery 13’ 1,975 200 100 150 62’ x 37’MANSION ROYAL . www.mansionroyal.com(361) 985-9955 . 8001 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78412We offer personalized "one stop shopping" with unique flair. Mansion Royal is the newest, premier, special events center in Corpus Christi.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsMansion + Royal Ballrooms 1,200Mansion Ballroom 300-500Royal Ballroom 100-250Queen Banquet Room 50-70OMNI CORPUS CHRISTI BAYFRONT TOWER . www.omnihotels.com(361) 887-1600 . 900 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 474 GUEST ROOMSThe Omni Corpus Christi Hotels are ideal locations for all your wedding celebration needs, from engagement parties, bridal showers and rehearsal dinners to theperfect wedding reception and a farewell brunch.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {22}Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsCC Ballroom 16’ 10,050 1,053 900 1,111 134’ x 75’A 16’ 3,225-,3525 337-68 240 350-388 44’ x 75’B 16’ 3,225-3,525 337-68 240 350-388 44’ x 75’C 16’ 3,225-3,525 337-68 240 350-388 44’ x 75’Nueces Ballroom 16’ 6,260 674 460 711 58’ x 108’A 16’ 3,130 326 230 344 58’ x 54’B 16’ 3,130 326 230 344 58’ x 54’Laguna Madre & Aransas 10’ 930 100 80 105 19’ x 49’Copano & Matagorda 10’ 455 47 40 50 19’ x 24’Bayview Room 10’ 4,700 420 190 288 UniqueOMNI CORPUS CHRISTI MARINA TOWER . www.omnihotels.com(361) 877-1600 . 707 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78401 . 346 GUEST ROOMSRoom Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsTexas Riviera 12’ 4,800 513 400 544 100’ x 48’Riviera 1, 2, & 3 12’ 1,200 122 96 125 25’ x 48’Riviera 4 & 5 12’ 600 61 48 66 25’ x 24’Ballroom Foyer 12’ 3,000 312Padre Island Ballroom 9’ 2,060 105 168 233Padre Island A 9’ 500 49 40 50 21’ x 24’Padre Island B 9’ 580 61 80 55 20’ x 29’Padre Island C 9’ 580 61 80 55 20’ x 29’Marina View 9’ 2,400 251 160 200 21’ x 25’RADISSON Hotel-CORPUS CHRISTI BEACH . www.radisson.com/corpuschristitx(361) 883-9700 . 3200 Surfside Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78403 . 139 GUEST ROOMSThe Caribbean Ballroom has a foyer that overlooks the beach and the ocean. The Ballroom itself is decorated with a rich ambience of gold, deep greens and deepblues. The Radisson Hotel is located on Corpus Christi Beach and is a full-service hotel, complete with an on-site banquet and catering manager and staff.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsCaribbean Ballroom 13.5’ 3,420 350 250 300 76’ x 45’

Small Planet Gourmet delicatessen & bakery(361) 855-1892 . 3812 S. Alameda St., #30, Corpus Christi, TX 78411Step through the garden gate into outdoor garden elegance. On-site catering and a special event coordinator help to make your day just the way you’ve dreamed of.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsGarden Patio open 1,500 100 50 50 26’ X 60’ X 18’solomon P. Ortiz International Center . www.ortizcenter.com(361) 879-0125 OR 800-568-8014 . 402 Harbor Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78401Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsKleberg 20’ 1,405 150 80 80Aransas 10’ 580 30 24 40San Patricio 20’ 975 100 48 70Jim Wells 10’ 1,150 150 48 70Nueces 12-20’ 3,140 300 160 225Corpus Christi 20’ 16,555 2,000 1,000 1,200SOUTH TEXAS BOTANICAL GARDENS & NATURE CENTER . www.stxbot.org(361) 852-2100 . 8545 S. Staples St., Corpus Christi, TX 78413The venue is a floral fantasy, your garden wedding. We do mainly outdoor weddings or receptions. We have three popular outdoor venues and a small meeting room indoors.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsPalapa Grande of Gator Lake open 600 70 60 100 50’ x 12’Rose Garden & Pavilion 12’ 1,200 100-300 50-300 100-300 30’ x 40’Plaza open 100-200 100-200 200-300 30’ x 34’Texas state aquarium . www.texasstateaquarium.org(361) 881-1244 . 2710 N. Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78402Enjoy views of downtown and the harbor bridge, palm-lined brick walkways and breathtaking beach sunsets. Your guests can dine surrounded by swimmingsharks and tropical fish, or simply wander the treasures that make up the Texas State Aquarium before cutting the cake in Dolphin Bay under the watchful eyesof our Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. Enjoy our spacious dance floor in the atrium to close out the evening.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsGrand Ballroom 5,270 450 450 400 90’ x 56’TRAVELODGE airport hoteL(361) 289-5666 . 910 Corn Products Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78409The Trinity Ballroom is the perfect place to host memorable events - whether an elegant wedding reception, birthday party, holiday gathering, or quinceanera. Hostingup to 200 guests; offering on-site event planner, 30 foot windows, and outdoor gazebo space.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsTrinity Ballroom 200The Venue At house of rock . www.TexasHouseOfRock.com(361) 882-7625 . 511 Starr St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401The Venue is equipped with a full bar and houses a state of the art PA system and stage which is perfect for a DJ or a full band. Above the stage there is a retractablevideo screen and projector. The Venue is located in the heart of downtown very close to a variety of hotels, restaurants and other entertainment facilities.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {23}Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsThe Venue 14' 2,500 100 75 150VIETNAM RESTAURANT . www.www.vietnam-restaurant.com(361) 853-2682 . 701 N. Water St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401Located on the third floor, enjoy our newly redecorated ballroom with crystal chandeliers and beautiful hardwood floors. Elegant, but also very warm and charming.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsCrystal Room 15' 5,500 180 150 120

PORT ROYAL OCEAN RESORT & conference center . www.port-royal.com(361) 749-5011 . 6317 State Hwy. 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373 . 210 GUEST ROOMSThe venue includes spacious condos, an on site restaurant offering a Champagne Sunday Brunch, tennis, sand & water volleyball, dining and lagoon pool that goes on forever.Full conference facilities also make us great for wedding parties. Enjoy the tropical landscaping year round surrounding Port Royal’s pool – the biggest pool in Texas!Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsGrand Ballroom 5,270 450 450 400 90’ x 56’SANDCASTLE CONDOMINIUMS & CONFERENCE CENTER . www.sandcastlecondo.com(361) 749-6201 . 800 Sandcastle Dr., Port Aransas, TX 78373 call for amenitiesRoom Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsConference Center 3,000 200 200 250 variesMeeting Room A 1,200 90 90 120 30’ x 40’Meeting Room B 1,020 70 70 80 30’ x 40’The Tarpon Inn . www.thetarponinn.com(361) 749-5555 . 200 E. Cotter Ave., Port Aransas, TX 78373Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsCourtyard 1,400 250 250 250 50’ x 50’Reception Locations . PortlandNorthshore Country Club . www.northshore.cc361-643-1546 . 801 E. Broadway St., Portland, Texas 78374Our clubhouse features floor to ceiling windows overlooking the golf course, providing a perfect setting for special occasions. Our professional staff ensuresexceptional service, food preparation and fond memories of your fantastic event.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsClubhouse 18’-35’ 8,550 350 350 350 variesPortland community center . www.portlandtx.com(361) 777-3301 . 2000 Billy G. Webb Dr., Portland, Texas 78374Our 6000 square foot Bluff Ballroom provides a spacious location for your event. Use our full-service kitchen or hire the caterer of your choice. Linen service available.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsBluff Ballroom 25’ 6,000 375 375 450 60’ x 100’Indian Point Ballroom 25’ 4,000 200 200 250 60’ x 65’Sunset Ballroom 25’ 2,000 120 120 150 33’ x 60’theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {25}Reception Locations . Robstown & SandiaKnolle Farm & Ranch bed, BARN & breakfast . www.knolle.com(361) 547-2546 . 13016 FM 70, Sandia, TX 78383Upscale guest ranch and B&B on ten acres, 30 minutes west of Corpus Christi. Great for outdoor weddings. Can accommodate 600+ guests. Full-service.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsChapel + Lawn40 + unlimitedEvent Room + Covered Patio 1,600 + 1,000 85 + 40 85 + 40 85 + 40

Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds . www.rmbfairgrounds.com(361) 387-9000 . 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd., Robstown, TX 78380Our Grand Ballroom can be divided into two areas: one for your ceremony and one for your reception. The venue is centrally located in Nueces County, convenient tothe international airport and hotels.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsGrand Ballroom 24’ 19,200 2,100 1,600 2,200 200’ x 64’Reception Locations . Rockport & FultonPaws and Taws Convention Center . www.pawsandtaws.com(361) 729-2388 . 402 N. Fulton Beach Rd., Fulton, TX 78358Set right on Aransas Bay adjacent to Fulton Park and Fulton Pier with scenic views of the sparkling bay and Fulton Harbor. The site includes a 1,488 square foot coveredback deck. A wonderful setting for any occasion. The main room features a wood floor, ideal for dancing.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsConvention Center 11’ 7,608 400 400 450 55’ x 76’Rockport beach Pavilions . www.rockportbeach-texas.com(361) 729-6661 . 511 Seabreeze Dr. (Beachfront) 800 Seabreeze Dr. (Blue Wave) 810 Seabreeze Dr. (Saltwater), Rockport, TX 78382Beachfront Pavilion: Veranda overlooking the beach and Aransas Bay, windows on the opposite side overlooking Little Bay. Beautiful views. Kitchen equipped withtwo refrigerator/freezers, microwave and serving window. Blue Wave Open Air Pavilion: Outdoor gazebo with beautiful views of Aransas Bay. Located in close proximityto a crossover bridge to the beach. Saltwater Pavilion: Wall of windows overlooking the saltwater pool. Beautiful views. Kitchen equipped with one refrigerator/freezer, one microwave, two warmers and a serving window.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {26}Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsBeachfront Pavilion 1,000 100 85 100Blue Wave Open Air Pavilion 400 50 50 50Saltwater Pavilion 3,800 250 200 200Reception Locations . Sinton, San Patricio & MathisThe Ranch at san patricio . www.ranchatsanpatricio.com(210) 834-0159 . 20489 County Rd. 1740, Mathis, TX 78368 . 6 GUEST ROOMSGet married or renew your vows in our outdoor Chapel. 88 acres of priceless backdrops. Bed and Breakfast on site. 30 minutes from Corpus Christi.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsEvent Center 18' 5,300 300 60' x 90'Semi-covered cocktail area 1,400 150san patricio county fairgrounds . www.sanpatriciocountyfairgrounds.com(361) 364-9580 . 219 W. 5th St., Sinton, TX 78387Our location is a beautiful, contemporary building with architectural details, tall ceilings, lots of light and a state-of-the-art audio/visual sound system.Room Ceiling Sq. Ft. Reception Banquet Theater DimensionsCivic Center 24' 9,620 880 600 900AMENITIES KEYPatio/Deck AreaIn-House CateringValet ParkingGuest LodgingOutdoor FacilityPrivate Catering AllowedWheelchair AccessiblePrivate Dressing RoomDance FloorIn-House LiquorPrivate Liquor AllowedWedding Consultant

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y Omar Lopezveryone remembers when television’sfavorite heroine, CarrieBradshaw of Sex and The City fame,decides to have her wedding at the NewYork Public Library. Her choice exudes class,dignity and distinction. Exchanging vowsamidst volumes of history, surrounded bystories and legends – magnificent! Thedecision to marry in a venue full of richnessand substance remains the ultimate showof style and grace.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {28}For Texas brides, that same tone of grandeurand heritage can be found at theCorpus Christi Museum of Science and History.Probably best known by locals as thesite for Saturday morning treasure huntsand gem stone pencils, the Museum hasmatured into a stunning historical venuethat regularly hosts special events. TheMuseum is currently undergoing a metamorphosis,one that includes a new executivedirector from Chicago, a seasonedveteran in the Museum industry.Carole Rehtmeyer, who has been inCorpus Christi for just a short time, said theCorpus Christi Museum of Science andHistory, and its contents, make the Museumthe perfect choice for a wedding venue.“I love this museum – I mean I just fell inlove with the venue when I first saw it,”Rehtmeyer said. “There is a charm to theMuseum that makes this place memorable.Something about a wedding takingplace in a historical museum... it’s veryromantic. The idea of a new marriageliving on through history and starting ina place that’s historical - it really has adepth of meaning that can not be foundin a banquet hall.”Yet the Museum offers nearly all of thesame amenities as a large banquet hall –perhaps even more.The building can seat 1,000 people for anevent. It contains several spaces whichcan accommodate intimate weddings orlavish affairs. The Museum houses its owncatering company, Diamond Point Catering.And exhibits can be moved to createa couple’s desired floor plan.“The Museum is elegant and cost effective,”Rehtmeyer said. “There are so manyoptions for couples. We have a beautifulpavilion overlooking the bay. We canconfigure spaces to meet couples’ needs.And we make sure that the desired toneof the wedding is achieved by hosting theevent in the right space in our building.”Rehtmeyer said the most obvious choicefor a romantic, historical wedding is theDome Room. Located in the “Gallery ofCultural Encounters,” the Dome Room ishome to the one of the most beautifulhistorical artifacts in all of South Texas:An authentic, 16th century, carved woodceiling from Castile, Spain.The view to the top is breathtaking.

“Spaces like the Dome Roomare incredible for weddings,”Brian Campbell, Director ofCatering for Diamond Point,said. “It sets a tone of elegancein the room that mostbrides want for a wedding.A new union like a wedding,surrounded by history andgenerations, makes a powerfulstatement.”Campbell said the cateringside of a wedding amplifiesany tone the couple desires.The ceiling is pieced together with18 curved pieces to create the dome.On each piece sits hundreds of decorativecarvings, which were broken into piecesfor transport and then meticulously piecedtogether upon arrival to the United States.The exterior of the dome is copper.“The Dome Room has a patina to itthat sets the tone for any event is hosts,”Rehtmeyer said. “It immediately creates anold-world feeling of Spanish magnificence.”Curved archways supported by sculpturedpillars create the entrances to the DomeRoom. Porcelain tiles featuring crests ofmajestic lions and stalwart castles interrupta mosaic of Spanish tiles on the floor. Thewalls display portraits of historical scenesassociated with the Spanish explorationto the Gulf of Mexico. One wall boasts thelineage of explorers who sailed the oceanfor the New World, including ChristopherColumbus, Alonso Alvarez de Pineda andFrancisco Vasquez de Coronado toname a few. And at the entrance, a lifesize portrait of Louis XIV established theregal atmosphere of the space – rich andperfect for a wedding.Recently for the opening ofa science exhibit geared towardschildren that involvedlarger than life insect models,catering staff wore whitelab coats with goggles andserved bug-shaped cookiesand ice cold milk served intest tubes!In the next few months, moreinteractive spaces will be addedto the Museum – spacesthat educate, and entertainas well. Rehtmeyer said newexhibits and improved spaceplanning all add to the uniquespace that sits on the CorpusChristi bayfront.“We’re looking to the future to turn theCorpus Christi Museum of Science andHistory into a world-class interactive experiencemuseum, one that patrons canenjoy for generations,” she said. “That kindof legacy alone makes the Museum theperfect venue for weddings.”Contact the Corpus Christi Museumof Science and History by calling(361) 826-4667 or go to ccmuseum.com.The museum is located at 1900 N.Chaparral St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {29}

y Aubrey Winstonreflect the bride and groom’s personalities.It may take a second to showdad that each wedding is differentbut if you go about it in a way to showhim why you’re implementing certainthings, he will understand. He just wantsyou to be happy.Mom is another story. She had her weddingand now she wants you to haveyour perfect wedding. Many times, thisis an opportunity for her to have anddo things she didn’t have at her wedding.Mother/daughter relationshipsare so complex. It just comes down topicking your battles. It’s ok to speakup when she wants to wear a hot pinkdress when the wedding is purple butwhy not let her and her best friend createand print those programs. It’s oneless thing for you to worry about. If youstep back and remember that it’s yourwedding day, you will forget the pettydrama. Years later, you don’t want toremember tension with your motherduring this special time.It may be good to have a pre-planningmeeting to go through possible stressfultopics before they become issues. Moneyand family opinions cause a majorityof wedding drama. Having a meetinghelps set a plan to avoid problems.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {31}Through everything, remember that youare the bride. You will have your perfectwedding. These family suggestions mayeven make it better than you imagined.My favorite wedding moments arewhen the bride and groom are dancingand just enjoying their wedding. All thedrama has faded away.For more info on how to plan a greatwedding, contact Aubrey at The SolomonOrtiz Center at 361-879-0125.

Make sure you get all the photos you expect with this handy check list to review with your photographer.However, keep in mind that some of the best photos you might get are not on this list.Give your photographer freedom to be creative while communicating expectations about style and must-have shots.Getting ReadyBride getting hair and makeupBride’s gown by itselfStill-life shots of the bride’s shoes,jewelry, something old, something new,something borrowed, etc.Detailed shots of the bouquetsThe bridesmaids getting readyMother zipping up bride’s dressMother helping with the veilFull-length shot of the brideBridesmaids with the brideFather seeing the bride in gownBride with her familyGroom getting ready with his fatherand groomsmenClose-up shot of the ringsGroom with his familyGroom with the best manGroom with his groomsmenGroomsmen putting on boutonnieresBride and groom separately makingtheir way to ceremonyThe CeremonyExterior and interior shots of the siteGroom walking with his motherClose-up of groom waiting for the brideBridal party down the aisleGrandparents down the aisleBride with her escort before walkingdown the aisleClose-up of bride during her entranceBride walking down the aisleGroom’s reaction to brideBride’s escort giving her awayBride and groom at the altarBoth sets of parentsWide shot of the altarCandle lighting, the readingsClose-up of giving vowsClose-up of exchange of ringsThe KissClose-up of the newlywedsimmediately after the ceremonyThe couple with guestsBride and groom leavingBefore the ReceptionBride and groom togetherBride with her motherBride with her fatherBride with both parentsBride with her entire immediate familyGroom with his motherGroom with his fatherGroom with both parentsGroom with his entire immediate familyBride and groom with bride’s familyBride and groom with groom’s familyBride and groom with both sets ofparents togetherBride and groom with immediatefamily members from both sidesBride and groom with bridesmaidsBride and groom with groomsmenBride and groom with flower girland ring bearerBride, groom & the wedding partyThe ReceptionExterior and interior shots of the reception site before theguests arriveStill-life shots of place cards, menus, centerpieces,favors, decorations, table settings, etc.The cakeHors d’oeuvres and specialty drinksGuests arriving and signing the guest bookBride and groom arrivingClose-ups of friends and family making toastsBride and groom speaking with guestsBride and groom’s first danceBride and her father dancingGroom and his mother dancingParents and grandparents dancingWedding party dancingMusicians, DJ and/or entertainers performingGuests dancingClose-up portrait shots of guests & familyBride and groom with the wedding partyBride and groom cutting the cakeBouquet tossGarter tossNewlyweds’ vehicleBride and groom leaving the receptionDon’t forget to check out all of the wonderful local photographers listed in our Off-White Pages and now online. www.theoffwhitepages.com.After your wedding, submit your photos and story to be considered for a wedding spotlight! Visit www.theonebrideguide.com for more info.

theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {34}ExpensesBudgeted VendorAmount EstimateAttire & Accessories (5 percent)Bride accessoriesGroom accessoriesTuxedoVeilWedding dressWedding dress preservationMiscellaneousBeauty, Health & Spa (2 percent)Diet, weight loss, gymFacialHair removalHair serviceMakeup serviceManicure & pedicureMassageTeeth whiteningMiscellaneousEntertainment (7 percent)Band, dj, entertainmentCeremony musiciansCocktail hour musiciansDance lessonsMiscellaneousFlowers & Decorations (6 percent)Boutonnieres, corsagesBridal bouquetBridesmaid bouquetsCeremony decorationsCeremony arrangementsFlower girl flowersFlower petalsReception decorationsReception flowersReception centerpiecesMiscellaneousGifts & Favors (3 percent)Gifts for attendantsGifts for parentsGifts for the brideGifts for the groomWedding favorsWe've expanded our budget to be more comprehensive, consideringall of the little details you might want to include in your wedding.Spending trends and percentages come directly from surveys and themost current research, courtesy TheWeddingReport.comExpensesBudgeted VendorAmount EstimateInvitations & Stationery (2 percent)Ceremony programsGuest bookInvitations & reply cardsPostageReception menusSave the date cardsTable or place cardsThank you cardsMiscellaneousEarrings, necklace, etc.Engagement ringWedding band for brideWedding band for groomJewelry (14 percent)MiscellaneousPhotography & Videography (8 percent)PhotographerVideographerMiscellaneousBinder, books, magazines, etc.Day-of coordinatorWedding conference & eventsWedding plannerMiscellaneousLimo rentalTravel for guestsMiscellaneousCeremony accessoriesCeremony locationCeremony officiatorReception accessoriesReception bar serviceReception food aerviceReception locationReception rentalsRehearsal dinnerTipsWedding cake/desertWedding night hotel roomMiscellaneousPlanning (10 percent)Transportation (3 percent)Venue & Catering (40 percent)

Key items for every room in your home!Note from The One:Registering for wedding gifts is anecessary evil in wedding planning,but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare.Keep a good attitude, be patient,and make sure to pick items you canlive with for a long while. And guys,don’t ask WHY you need four differenttypes of spoons. You neverknow when a spoon shortage is goingto happen! But seriously, registeringis a good thing. Your friends andfamily are provided with a list of giftitems you actually want, instead ofplaying the guessing game about whatin the world you might need for yournew kitchen. Register for more thanyou think you’ll need and make sureyou have lots of affordable items forall ranges of income levels. Keep thislist handy while you are shopping anddon’t get overwhelmed. Remember,you can always return things if youchange your mind!For the Kitchen1 standing mixer1 food processor1 toaster1 blender1 coffee maker1 knife set2 10-12 inch skillets1 cutting board1 2-quart saucepan1 6-quart stock pot2 multipurpose pots1 Dutch oven1 set of measuring spoons1 set of mixing bowls1 salt shaker and 1 pepper grinder2 serving spoons2 wooden spoons1 whisk2 baking sheets1 round cake pan2 oven mittsFor the Dinning RoomFormal and casual (everyday) sets of:8 to 12 place settings(one 5-piece place setting usually includes:dinner plate, salad plate, bread and butter plate,cup and saucer)8 to 12 drinking glasses8 to 12 wine glasses8 to 12 mugs8 to 12 sets of silverware8 to 12 steak knives1 teapot1 set of serving utensils1 large salad bowl and servers8 to 12 cloth napkins8 to 12 napkin rings8 to 12 place mats2 table cloths1 set of salt and pepper shakers1 set of serving dishes or bowls2 serving plattersFor the Bedroom For the Bathroom Miscellaneous1 mattress pad2 to 4 pillows2 sets of pillow shams2 sets of pillow cases2 sets of flat sheets2 sets of fitted sheets1 bed skirt1 winter duvet or comforter1 summer duvet1 duvet cover2 throw blanketsThe4 to 6 bath towels4 to 6 hand towels4 to 6 wash cloths1 bath sheet1 bath mat2 bath robes1 shower curtain and liner1 wastebasket1 hamper1 toothbrush holder1 soap dishff-White Pages2 22-inch wheeled upright suitcases2 26-inch wheeled upright suitcases2 50-inch wheeled garment bags2 small duffels2 large duffels2 to 4 vases2 to 4 decorative bowls2 to 4 serving trays2 to 6 candlesticks4 to 10 picture frames1 big wish itemwww.theoffwhitepages.comtheonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {35}The #1 local directory for The weddings One Show Ad Here is now online!• Search by keyword or category • Add your own business for free!• Businesses are verified so you know the listings are up to date!Don’t forget to check out our other web locations:www.theonebrideguide.com, www.theonebrideguideblog.com,facebook.com/theonebrideguide, twitter: @theonebride and pinterest.com/theonebride

theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {36}TheThe first weekend of the new yearwas a biggie for The One. It wasour first wedding and marriageconference: The One Inside Out.For years, vendors have been begging TheOne Bride Guide to put on our own weddingshow and we finally decided to pull the trigger.However, when we set out to plan thisbig wedding event, we wanted to be different.We thought a conference-style eventwould benefit vendors and couples alike -offering more educational experiences onhow to plan your wedding, and give the vendorsand guests a day of consultations ratherthan a day of chaos.We wanted to enrich the event experienceas much as possible, so we teamed up withRepublic National Distributing to create thefirst-ever "Grooms Lounge" with signaturedrink tastings and a cigar bar. The Vanity BoxSalon provided a "Spa Pampering Experience"giving chair massages as well as hair,makeup and nail consultations. Our vendorexpo was chock full of top-of-the-line vendors:Always in Bloom, Big Box Pro Video Productions,Bleu Bistro, Bourbon Street CandyCo., Bulter Signature Events, CC Museum ofScience and History, The Courtyard at GaslightSquare, Cruise One, D&P Photography,Diamond Point Catering, Dr. Rockstar, Film& Story, Get Jeweled Productions, GranolaTech, Havana Club, Jason Page Photography,Josh & Co., Julian Gold, Justin Lee Designs,KD Photography, La De Da Events, TheneJanuary Plan your 6, 2013 wedding. • Solomon Plan your Ortiz Center life.Limousine Company, Mansion by the Sea,Mansion Royal, Mesmerizing Photography,Natural Family Planning, Pampered Chef,Paws & Taws Fulton Convention Center, PinnaclePerformance & Fitness, Rental World,Rockport Beach Pavilions, Solomon OrtizCenter/Ovations, and Turner's Floral Shop.OneThe neof the features that reallymade the event a "conference"was the day of workshops.Bourbon Street Candy Co.talked about using candy todistinguish your wedding, DarrenGriffiths talked about howto build Plan a your strong, wedding. emotionally Plan your life.fulfilling marriage, Butler SignatureEvents taught couples abouttents, lighting and decorating, MarilynNash gave a do-it-yourself demo, Always inBloom talked about color and flower trends,Brian Devaney from Begstrom Benkendorfertaught couples how to manage their money,Pinnacle Performance gave a talk aboutgetting fit, Dr. Rockstar gave insight aboutentertainment and production value, andBig Box Pro not only filmed it all, but taught usabout wedding videos as well.SPONSORED BY:VIDEO PRODUCTIONSAll photos by New Wave PhotographyThe icing on the cake wasthe fashion show element ofthe conference. We paired up withJulian Gold, Dr. Rockstar and Josh &Co. to produce three fashion shows that werefirst class. Julian Gold and their fashion designteam, headed up by Kari Morrison andOdette Pérez, provided all the garments forthe three shows: first was honeymoon/resortwear, second was party/evening wear, andthird was the big one with 11 amazing weddinggowns, a bridesmaid, two flower girlsand two grooms. Jos. A. Bank provided themens wear (thanks to Leti and Robert).Dr. Rockstar's team, headed up byBen and Marci Montes with musicby DJ "Johnny Hotcakes" Garcia,produced amazing atmosphere.The models were AmandaFranklin, Luisa Fuqua, Ariel Gonzalez,Lauren Gutierrez, StaceyLynn, Katherine Moffit, Maria Morin,Odette Pérez, Elasha Pilgrim,Amber Quinones, Alicia Renck, andJennifer Scott, with Aaron Sanchez andSam Luna. The flower girls were Ashlyn Champagneand Averly Stevens. Always in Bloom,H-E-B Blooms and Turner's Floral provided thegorgeous bouquets. Thanks to South TexasTalent and Crush Modeling for their help.Thank you to all involved, and to our brides,grooms and guests for making our first conferencea valuable and successful one! We lookforward to the next event!Alwaysin BloomTurner’sFloral

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By Adam Farrell M.S., CSCStheonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {38}According to a recent Indiana University study,couples who exercise together are 34 percentmore likely to show up for workouts than thosewho work out alone. Even better, a Universityof Pittsburgh study showed that women whowork out with a partner lose a third moreweight than those who go it alone. Before yougo out and invite your man to join you in yourBikram Yoga class read a few of the ideas belowto get you and yours active and fit together.Adventure RacesRaces like the Spartan Run Race, the ToughMudder, the Muddy Buddy, and the WarriorDash are a lot of fun for couples who like torun, get really muddy, and work with others tofinish the race. One of my former trainers, KCDahlgren and her boyfriend Josh Lostetter completeda Tough Mudder Race in Victoria, TXlast January. KC said it was a great experiencefinishing with Josh. “Knowing that you helpedeach other through obstacles, challenges, andstruggles makes the end much sweeter. Knowingthat you couldn’t have finished the racewithout that other person and that they neededyou as well was a great feeling.” If you andyour partner like getting dirty, anadventure race may be what youare looking for.Stand Up PaddleBoardingAnother great outdooractivity that challengesyour core, balance andcardiovascular systemis Stand Up PaddleBoarding (SUP). SUPhas slowly been gainingpopularity in CorpusChristi for several yearsnow. It is a great activity forcouples to get outside and trysomething new. SUP can besomething you can both experiencetogether. The bayfront andthe canals on Padre Island andPort Aransas are great places toSUP or you can try the surf!grams like this will gradually prepare you so youcan enjoy your race day experience rather thanregret it. Keep in mind that the training togetheris just as important as finishing the race. Don’tworry about finishing the race together, justfinish and enjoy the feeling of accomplishingsomething as a couple.When picking an activity keep these suggestionsin mind:• Find an activity that both of you enjoy thatwill burn calories, build some lean tone muscle,and challenge you both so you both feel a senseof accomplishment.• Pick an activity that you both can enjoy andcan improve upon.• Avoid activities where one person is sodominant the other person doesn’t enjoy theexperience.• If you are better than your partner at an activity,but they want to improve, purchase thema few sessions with a coach or trainer. Ratherthan everyone having a bad experience,let them get some tips from a proso you can both have fun.• If there is no one laughing before, during, orafter the activity, it may not be the right activityfor both of you. You both need to enjoy theactivity for it to last.• Warm up and cool down together if you aregoing to the same place but are taking part indifferent activities.I hope that the ideas and suggestions above giveyou a spark to get active with your man. We allcould stand to add a little more activity to ournormal routine.Adam Farrell M.S. CSCSOwner Pinnacle Performance and Fitnesswww.BePinnacleFit.com*Contact Adam for information aboutactive events you can participate in with yourfiancé and friends. Go to www.isupcc.comfor more information about stand up paddleboarding around the coastal bend.Fun RunsSigning up for a local 5K (3.1miles) benefiting a charity is agreat way to stay active togetherand support a needed cause. Ifyou and your partner are not yetfit enough to enjoy running the5K today, look for programs likethe Couch to 5K program. Pro-photos courtesy ISUPCC

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Olga's AlterationS& SewingPerfect FitAlterationsScissor Art Tailorof La Palmera MallThe Sewing Ladies& Clothing ResaleSpecial Alterations& Repairs By Norma5337 Alaniz Dr. Corpus Christi 361-854-192010018 Leopard St. Corpus Christi 361-242-07975488 SPID Corpus Christi 361-992-1206720 Dallas st. Portland 361-643-55124030 Weber Rd. Corpus Christi 361-334-2528Villamar's Tailor Shop 1122 Morgan Ave. Corpus Christi 361-883-4877Yolanda's Alterations2033 Airline Rd.,Ste. C4Bakeries, Cakes & DessertsA Chocolate FountainFantasyAzucarwww.achocolatefountainfantasy.comwww.gotazucar.comCorpus Christi 361-993-5007Corpus Christi 361-228-2120Corpus Christi 361-793-6767Beaches cafe & Bakery Port aransas 361-749-2271Bourbon StreetCandy CO.La Palmera Mall Corpus Christi 361-985-6077Cabrera Bakery 443 W. Main Ave. Robstown 361-387-2822Carousel Bakery& CateringChristina's cakesChocolate Fountainsof South Texas1655 BrownleeBlvd.christinasyummycakes@yahoo.comwww.TCFofSouthTexas.comCorpus Christi 361-882-5921Corpus Christi 361-947-6070Robstown 361-767-2275City Bakery 810 S. 19th ST. Corpus Christi 361-885-0128Cookies by Design 4709 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-993-9700Cookies by Designcorpus christicustom cakesCzech MexBakery & Cafédemitasse cakes gourmetcupcake companyedible designs by mary8607 N. Navarro,Ste. Cwww.cc-customcakes.com150 AmericanBank Plazademitassecakes@gmail.comwww.edibledesignsbymary.comvictoria 361-574-9500Aransas Pass 361-444-3698Corpus Christi 361-883-2253Corpus Christi 361-442-4835Corpus Christi 361-695-0729Simply Homemade Corpus Christi 361-229-6606SugarBakers 2766 Santa Fe ST. Corpus Christi 361-884-9541Sweet creations cakes Corpus Christi 361-244-9973Sylvia's Pastries Inc 9744 Leopard St. Corpus Christi 361-241-3995Ultimate Cheesecake 4210 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-991-7892Yolanda's SpecialtyCakesBeauty, Hair, Nails & SpaA Better You CosmeticSurgery Center2033 Airline Rd. Corpus Christi 361-992-73651102 Ocean Dr. Corpus Christi 361-881-9999Adolfo's Salon 3843 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-855-3388American Lasermed spaAnna's NailsAnthony's AvedaConcept Salon & Spa5844 S. Staples St. Corpus Christi 361-400-464713434 Leopard,ste. A7ACorpus Christi 361-242-9898817 Everhart Rd. Corpus Christi 361-994-9401ARBONNE Consultants www.arbonne.com 1-800-arbonnebalinese Wellness spa 121 cut off rd. Port Aransas 361-749-0003The beach houseday spaBeautiControl14641 SPID, STE. A CORPUS CHRISTI 361-244-8354www.beautipage.comCorpus Christi 800-232-8841BELLA BELLA 6033 WEBER RD. CORPUS CHRISTI 361-806-2849Bennies Beauty Salon 2755 S. Staples St. Corpus Christi 361-852-7813Body-N-Balancemassage and day Spa900 N. ShorlineBlvd., Omni bayfronthotelCorpus Christi361-887-1600ext. 3180Boutique Du Jour 1220 Airline Rd., 195 Corpus Christi 361-855-2323blue neptunehair stylistblushing beautyspecial occasionconsultants & stylistswww.blueneptunehair.comblushingbeautycc@gmail.comCorpus Christi 361-688-0948Corpus Christi361-742-7307361-658-6600BranReneas Salon 1119 Railroad Portland 361-643-7580{41} theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013Gary Homan & Company 6040 SPID, Ste. #4 Corpus Christi 361-993-0303Gates Bakery Inc. 4417 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-992-7481Grounded 14254 SPID Corpus Christi 361-949-1944Halepaska’s Bakery 302 E. Rio Grande st. victoria 361-573-4811Halepaska’s Bakery5805 JohnStockbauer Dr.victoria 361-575-4715HEB WWW.HEB.COM CORPUS CHRISTI 361-980-0993Jalisco Bakery 822 S. Port Ave. Corpus Christi 361-881-9067Janet's Cakery 5880 Everhart Rd. Corpus Christi 361-991-6212Lollycakes 5425 sPID, ste. 147 Corpus Christi 361-906-0244Marble Slab CreameryMikey & KrystalsBakeryPlaza MichoacanaBakery5521 SaratogaBlvd.103 N. CommercialSt.3829 CrosstownExpwy.Corpus Christi 361-993-2202Aransas Pass 361-758-2367Corpus Christi 361-851-9734Rockport Bakery 3114 HWY. 35 N. Rockport 361-729-5044S&J Bakery & Catering 9802 Leopard St. Corpus Christi 361-242-3067Sandra's Custom CakesSimply Elegantby Raymond7009 S. StaplesSt., #103Corpus Christi 361-334-5800817 Airline Rd. Corpus Christi 361-334-3117Carlos & Co. 5126 Williams Dr. Corpus Christi 361-980-8929Class Act Salon & Spa 6410 Weber Rd. Corpus Christi 361-852-7305Clippers Hair Design 5301 Everhart Rd. Corpus Christi 361-857-0013Coastal CreationsHair SalonCoiffures ofCountry ClubCorpus ChristiBeauty BaCorrie Mosqueda(COMO) FreelanceMake-up ArtistCrossroads HairDesignDaniel’s Coiffure600 Cut Off Rd.,# 115876 EverhartRd., #B2033 airline rd.,ste. B7Corrie_mosqueda@yahoo.com10501 Leopard St.,Ste. B900 N. ShorelineBlvd., Omni hotelPort Aransas 361-749-5814Corpus Christi 361-991-7878Corpus Christi 361-452-4222Kingsville 361-237-5793Corpus Christi 361-241-4433Corpus Christi 361-880-5950Deana Merrill's Salon 517 Everhart rd. Corpus Christi 361-994-7884Dees Beauty Salon 4303 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-992-6637Delia's SalonDelores HairCreationDr. chad allen(redesign your smile)346 S. CommercialSt., Ste. 7aransas pass 361-758-6848100 W. Sinton St. Sinton 361-364-2993525 Doddridge st. Corpus Christi 361-854-7999Denises Salon 1105 Airline Rd. Corpus Christi 361-991-8868Dolce Divino5017 Saratogablvd., Ste. 157Corpus Christi 361-225-0072

Boat Cruises & ChartersGatherings 3744 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-225-3744Captain Clark Fishing Peoples St. Corpus Christi 361-855-7089lone star countrystore14342 NorthwestBlvd.Corpus Christi 361-387-2668Cpt. David Bujnoch 361-877-3283Mosaic 3820 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-852-3838Deep Sea Headquarters 440 W. Cotter Ave. Port Aransas 361-749-5597outside the box4639 Corona St.,Ste. 9Corpus Christi 361-906-0216Doctors OrdersChartersRockport 361-729-2026Pilar3814 S. Alameda St.,ste. #32Corpus Christi 361-853-7171Dolphin Charters, Inc. 300 W. Cotter Ave. Port Aransas 361-749-4188Scent-SationsIncorporatedCorpus Christi 361-563-9704Dolphin Encounters& Lighthouse ToursNext to FerryLandingPort Aransas 361-779-3188Scentsy Candleswww.scentsy.com/whitneyaCorpus Christi 361-227-5376Eccleston, Paul W 4165 Eagle Dr. Corpus Christi 361-853-2713Things Remembered La Palmera Mall Corpus Christi 361-993-8986Fin & FeatherGuide Servicewww.finfeather.orgPortO'Connor979-541-3552The Flagship Peoples St. t-head Corpus Christi 361-884-8306Offshore Adventures 2200 HWY. 361 Aransas Pass 361-758-6900Padre IslandYacht Tourswww.padreislandyachtcharters.comCorpus Christi 361-688-1651Port A Outfitters 126 W. Cotter Ave. Port Aransas 361-749-3474Private Deep SeaChartersRockport Birding& KayakingWing & Rod GuideServiceWoody's Sports CenterYachting Centerof Corpus Christi LLCBridal & Formal WearAn Affair to Rememberbridal shop and specialoccasion boutiqueAntoniles BridalShop & TuxedosBridal Boutique& After 5www.texasfishn.comwww.wingandrod.comwww.woodysonline.comThe CorpusChristi Marina5830 McArdle Rd.,Ste. #9Port Aransas 361-749-7311Fulton 877-892-4737Rockport 361-790-8107Port Aransas 361-749-5252Corpus Christi 361-881-8503Corpus Christi 361-985-280010202 Leopard st. Corpus Christi 361-241-62215858 SPID, Ste. 45 Corpus Christi 361-906-1444David's Bridal 4750 SPID Corpus Christi 361-851-2366franks Bridal gallery 508 E. Main Robstown 361-387-6992gift expressionsbridal center817 S. 14th St. kingsville 361-592-7229jade and Madalynn 601 E. Rio Grande victoria 361-573-5233Julian Gold 3840 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-853-9974Lace & Daisy Floral& Bridal ShopMy Sister's ShoppeRock & ReignClothing Co.spare closet3706 Ayers St. Corpus Christi 361-882-6111327 N. WashingtonSt.Beeville 361-358-6370924 E. Fordyce KINGSVILLE 361-595-ROCK1500 Wildcat Dr.,#Rportland 361-777-2140Tailors Unlimited 3602 apollo Rd. Corpus Christi 361-854-1305Vanessa's BridalAccessorieswedding lace bridal& tuxedo6338 Holly Rd. Corpus Christi 361-980-0315324 E. Main St. Alice 361-668-4202Today TomorrowAlways Engraving & GiftsWine Shop At Home5830 McArdleRd., #2wineshopathome.com/brittanyrossCaterers & Food ProvidersCorpus Christi 361-814-0125aransas pass 409-498-01062 George's Seafood 5884 Everhart Rd. Corpus Christi 361-993-8008Aunt Jo’s BBQ 5303 US Hwy. 7 S. victoria 361-578-5900The Bar-B-Q ManRestaurant4931 I-37 S. Corpus Christi 361-888-4248B-Bar-B Ranch Inn 325 CR 2215 E. Kingsville 361-296-3331Beauty & The Bistro 100 N. Shoreline Corpus Christi 361-881-8500Bill Miller Bar-B-Q 7102 SPID Corpus Christi 361-993-7161Bistro D'Asia 6646 S. Staples St. Corpus Christi 361-992-0470Bottomless pit bbq& Catering2815 Leopard St. Corpus Christi 361-879-0900Brewster street grill 1724 N. Tancahua ST. Corpus Christi 361-884-2739Brush country catering 100 S. Nueces george west 361-449-2611Cactus Cafe 1900 E. King Ave. Kingsville 361-595-7792Café PHoenix 229 Beach Ave. Port aransas 361-749-9277Café Spoons by HEB 5313 Saratoga Blvd. Corpus Christi 361-980-0993Carino's Italian Grill 1652 SPID Corpus Christi 361-854-7373Carousel Catering 4010 Manhattan Dr. Corpus Christi 361-852-0997Centerplate at theAmerican Bank CenterChocolate Fountainsof South TexasThe Chocolate Tiers1901 N. ShorelineBlvd.www.TCFofSouthTexas.comwww.chocolatierscc.comCorpus Christi 361-826-4739Robstown 361-767-2275Corpus Christi 361-232-9065City Diner & Oyster Bar 622 N. Water St. Corpus Christi 361-883-1643coastal Catering 200 W. Avenue G Port Aransas 361-749-2333Corpus ChristiLiquor Cateringcouture catererdiamond pointcateringwww.ccliquor.comwww.couturecaterer.comwww.diamondPointcatering.comCorpus Christi 361-688-0180Corpus Christi 361-238-4849Corpus Christi 361-884-1399{43} theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013Williams Shoes 3849 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-851-0094young's discountbridalBridal Gifts & FavorsA Basket KaseBeach Wedding Favors2925 spid Corpus Christi 361-814-8988abasketkase@yahoo.comwww.hansonellis.comCorpus Christi 361-533-9437blue shark sign co. 4535 SPID, Ste. 16 Corpus Christi 361-334-3995Bourbon StreetCandy CO.Divine Designsericatures caricaturesGambler specialtiesLa Palmera Mall Corpus Christi 361-985-6077www.buydivinedesigns.comwww.ericatures.com5864-B EverhartRd.Corpus Christi 361-774-1108san antonio 210-241-4838Corpus Christi 361-882-0200Dos Comales 227 N. Water St. Corpus Christi 361-885-7702Dragonfly 14701 SPID Corpus Christi 361-949-2224Desiree’s By the BayEddies Bakery& Restaurant100 Shorelineblvd.4810 KostoryzRd.Corpus Christi 361-882-4965Corpus Christi 361-852-7281Fiesta Margaritas 1202 Southbay Dr. Corpus Christi 361-994-1008Fins Grill & Icehouse420 W. Cotter AVE.at The HarborPort Aransas 361-749-8646for such a time as this Corpus Christi 361-993-9141havana club 500 N. Water St. Corpus Christi 361-438-9326Hester's Cafe 1714 S. Alameda St Corpus Christi 361-885-0558Howard's FarmhouseBBQ & Catering1002 Antelope St. Corpus Christi 361-882- 1200

theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {44}Golden CrownChinese Restaurant6601 Everhart Rd. Corpus Christi 361-854-5506Grandma’s Catering 4450 Greenwood Dr. Corpus Christi 361-774-2236Hester's cafe 1714 S. Alameda st. Corpus Christi 361-885-0558Howard's FarmhouseBBQ & Catering1002 Antelope St. Corpus Christi 361-882-1200Island Cafe 301 S. Alister St. Port Aransas 361-749-6602Jack's Dinner Bell 4626 Weber rd. Corpus Christi 361-851-1603Katz 21 Steak & Spirits 317 Mesquite St. Corpus Christi 361-884-1221La Playa MexicanRestaurant & Cantina4201 SPID Corpus Christi 3661-853-4282Latitude 28°02' 105 N. Austin St. Rockport 361-727-9009Linda DupnikPersonalizedLuciano’s ItalianRestaurantMac's Barbeque& CateringP.O. Box 1743 Aransas Pass 361-729-55991821 Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-882-3191219 HWY. 35 Gregory 361-643-5589Maggie's Pizza Kitchen 3735 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 361-653-3354margarita manMel's Cateringwww.margaritamancoastalbend.com5055 AmbassadorRowCorpus Christi 361-947-2244Corpus Christi 361-225-2617Miss K Bistro & CAtering 1726 HWY 361 Port Aransas 361-749-7776Niko’s SteakhouseNolan's OriginalPoorboys & Catering5409 SaratogaBlvd.14101 NorthwestBlvd.Corpus Christi 361-992-2333Corpus Christi 361-387-2697Nuevo Cafe 1124 Ayers St. Corpus Christi 361-904-0425Pelicans LandingRestaurant337 Alister St. Port Aransas 361-749-6405Pete's Chicken N More 338 44th St. Corpus Christi 361-882-1177Poets RestaurantRailroad SeafoodStationRepublic of TexasBar & GrillRevolutionLiquor Catering4825 SaratogaBlvd.Corpus Christi 361-993-21701214 Chaparral St. Corpus Christi 361-883-6200900 N. ShorelineBlvd.Corpus Christi 361-886-3515Corpus Christi 361-723-0322Robstown Catering, Inc. 231 E. Main Ave. Robstown 361-387-5477Sabor Catering 1542 Melbourne Dr. Corpus Christi 361-510-0571Salinas Catering Inc. 2515 Leopard St. Corpus Christi 361-882-5420Sam's BBQ FM 624 Corpus Christi 361-387-6677Schlotsky'sThe OriginalSeafood &Spaghetti WorksSilver PlateCatering Co.Small PlanetGourmet DelicatessenCorpus Christi 361-852-7000710 HWY. 361 Port Aransas 361-749-56663812 S. Alamedast., #30Port Aransas 361-758-2211Corpus Christi 361-855-1892Solomon Ortiz Center 402 Harbor Dr. Corpus Christi 361-879-0125Sonja's Restaurant& Catering424 N. ChaparralSt.Corpus Christi 361-884-7774Sunset Food Service 3218 Leopard St. Corpus Christi 361-881-9091Thai Cottage 5830 McArdle Rd. Corpus Christi 361-993-0777Thai Spice Restaurant 523 N. Water st. Corpus Christi 361-883-8884Tony's Catering 1116 N. Pearl St. Corpus Christi 361-729-3950Ceremony & Reception Sites1st Choice SeasideWeddings (BeachWeddings)AMERICAN BANK CENTERwww.texasweddings.org1901 N. SHORELINEBLVD.Corpus Christi 361-356-1107CORPUS CHRISTI 361-826-4100Anthony's By The Sea 732 S. Pearl St. Rockport 361-729-6100Aransas PassCivic Center700 W. WheelerAve.Aransas PASS 361-758-0009Aria Loft & Terrace www.ariacc.com CORPUS CHRISTI 361-882-8801ART CENTER OFCORPUS CHRISTIArt Museumof South Texas100 SHORELINEBLVD.1902 N. ShorelineBlvd.CORPUS CHRISTI 361-884-6406Corpus Christi 361-825-3500Beeville country club #1 Country club dr. Beeville 361-358-2136Best Western MarinaGrand HotelBlue Wave Open AirPavilionBluff's landingmarina and lodgeBottomless pit bbq& CateringCamp AranzazuCinnamon shoreCorpus ChristiEvent Center LLCCorpus Christi firefighters AssociationCorpus Christimuseum of scienceand historyCorpus Christi Parks& Rec. & BeachesCorpus Christi PoliceOfficers AssociationCorpus Christi ProfessionalFire FightersAssociation HallCorpus ChristiTown ClubThe Courtyardat Gaslight Square300 N. ShorelineBlvd.beach@cityofrockport.comwww.bluffslanding.comCorpus Christi 361-696-7839Rockport 877-929-7977Corpus Christi 361-937-71002815 Leopard St. Corpus Christi 361-879-0900www.camparanzazu.orgwww.cinnamonshore.comRockport 361-727-0800port aransas 888-893-06563126 Holly Rd. Corpus Christi 361-852-53336014 ayers st. Corpus Christi 361-814-44371900 N. chaparralst.Corpus Christi 361-826-4664Corpus Christi 361-826-34603122 Leopard St. Corpus Christi 361-882-27626014 Ayers St. Corpus Christi 361-814-4437800 N. ShorelineBLVD., 6th Flr.Corpus Christi 361-880-57771002 Santa Fe St. Corpus Christi 361-884-1399Crystal Reception Hall 2033 Airline Rd., #C3 Corpus Christi 361-852-7420Dancing elkAlexander RanchDune Crest BeachResort and ConferenceCenterwww.dearanch.comMathis 361-249-11576317 Hwy. 361 Port Aransas 361-749-1974Embassy Suites 4337 SPID Corpus Christi 361-853-7899Fiesta Gardens& Wedding ChapelFlour BluffConference Center802 Don Partricio Corpus Christi 361-939-820810241 Spid, Ste. 140 Corpus Christi 361-939-9968havana club 500 N. Water St. Corpus Christi 361-438-9326henrietta memorialcenter (King ranch)Heritage Park &Cultural Center405 S. 6th St. kingsville 361-595-18811581 N. Chaparralst.Corpus Christi 361-826-3494High Chaparral HWY. 77 Corpus Christi 361-387-1957Holiday Inn CorpusChristi-AirportHoliday Inn EmeraldBeachHoliday Inn SunSpreeResorthotel corpus christibayfrontKnights ofcolumbus Hall5549 Leopard St. Corpus Christi 361-289-51001102 ShorelineBlvd.15202 WindwardDr.Corpus Christi 361-883-5731Corpus Christi 361-949-8041601 N. Water St. Corpus Christi 361-882-81001050 Cecilia St. Alice 361-664-5662Tropical Margaritas Corpus Christi 361-767-1683K Space contemporary 415 Starr St. Corpus Christi 361-887-6834Turn Key EventsCatering1002 Santa Fe St. Corpus Christi 361-884-1399Knolle Farm & RanchBed, BARN & BreakfastWWW.KNOLLE.COM Sandia 361-547-2546Venetian Hot Plate 232 Beach St. Port Aransas 361-749-7617La Bahia 224 N. Mesquite St. Corpus Christi 361-888-6555WaterstreetSeafood Co.White StripeCatering Co.309 N. Water St. Corpus Christi 361-882-8683917 Commerce St. Portland 361-643-0702Landry's SeafoodHouseLeo J. Welder Center forthe Performing Arts600 N. ShorelineBLVD.Corpus Christi 361-882-6666214 N. Main St. VICTORIA 361-570-8587

LUCIANO’S ITALIANRISTORANTE1821 S. ALAMEDA ST. CORPUS CHRISTI 361-882-3191Churches & Chapelsmajestic oakswww.majesticoaksevents.mfbiz.comGeorge West 361-449-0509mansion by the sea 2100 E. HWY. 361 port Aransas 361-717-2621Mansion Royal 8001 SPID Corpus Christi 361-852-7420McNamara HouseMuseumMustang Island ArtGalleryThe Nave MuseumNorth ShoreCountry ClubOmni Corpus christiBayfront TowerOmni corpus christiMarina Tower502 N. Liberty St. VICTORIA 361-575-8227www.mustangislandartgallery.com306 W. Commercialst.www.northshore.cc900 N. ShorelineBlvd.707 N. ShorelineBlvd.Port Aransas 361-749-2200VICTORIA 361-575-8227Portland 361-643-1546Corpus Christi 361-887-1600Corpus Christi 361-882-1700PADRE BALI PARK 15820 PARK RD., 22 CORPUS CHRISTI 361-949-8121Pan AmericanClub HousePaws and TawsConvention CenterPlantation Suites &Conference CenterPortland communitycenterPort royal Ocean resort& Conference centerPrimestar Party RoomRadisson Hotel -corpus christi beachraisin l ranchThe Ranch atSan PatricioRichard M. BorchardRegional FairgroundsROCKPORT BEACHPAVILIONSRockportcountry clubRosebud Fountain& Grillsandcastle condos &conference centerSan Patricio CountyFairgroundsSeashell VillageResortSmall Planet GourmetDelicatessenSoloman P. OrtizInternational CenterSouth TexasBotanical Gardensand Nature Center801 Horn Rd. Corpus Christi 361-857-6727402 N. FultonBeach RD.Fulton 361-729-23881909 Hwy. 361 Port Aransas 361-749-38662000 Billy g. webbdr.Portland 361-777-33016317 HWY. 361 Port aransas 361-749-5011222 E. Main St.,Ste. BCorpus Christi 361-664-34743200 Surfside blvd. Corpus Christi 361-883-9700www.raisinlranch.org20489 CountyRd. 17401213 TerryShamsie Blvd.www.rockportbeach-texas.comvictoria 361-576-5995MATHIS 210-834-0159Robstown 361-387-9000ROCKPORT 361-729-6661101 Champions Dr. ROCKPORT 361-729-8324102 S. Main St. VICTORIA 361-573-5111800 sandcastledr.Port aransas 361-749-1974219 W. 5th St. SINTON 361-364-9580502 E. Avenue G Port aransas 361-749-42943812 S. AlamedaSt., #30CORPUS CHRISTI 361-855-1892402 Harbor Dr. Corpus Christi 361-879-01258545 S. Staples ST. Corpus Christi 361-852-2100THE TARPON INN 200 E. COTTER AVE. ROCKPORT 361-749-5555TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITYKINGSVILLE - memorialstudent unionTEXAS STATE AQUARIUMTravelodgeCorpus Christi1050 W. SantaGertrudis Ave.2710 N. SHORELINEBLVD.910 CornProducts Rd.KINGSVILLE 361-593.4173CORPUS CHRISTI 361-881-1307Corpus Christi 361-289-5666TROUT STREET 136 W. COTTER AVE. PORT ARANSAS 361-749-7800The Venueat House of Rock511 Starr St. Corpus Christi 361-882-7625Victoria Art League 905 Bridge St. VICTORIA 361-572-0825THE VICTORIAN HALL 5550 KOSTORYZ RD. CORPUS CHRISTI 361-225-4747Agape Fellowship 2291 Main St. Ingleside 361-776-3201Bay Area Fellowshipbrighton parkbaptist churchwww.bayareafellowship.comCorpus Christi 361-993-59003418 Airline Rd. Corpus Christi 361-991-2910Central Baptist Church 2555 Tiner LN. Ingleside 361-776-2140Church of Christ 1520 Omohundro st. Rockport 361-729-2440Church of the NewTestament2508 Churches andChapels St.Ingleside 361-776-3816CITY CHURCH 4425 S. STAPLES ST. Corpus Christi 361-852-1810Coastal Oaks BaptistChurchCorpus ChristiCathedralcovenant baptistchurch2002 FM 3036 Rockport 361-729-5320505 N. UpperBroadway St.Corpus Christi 361-883-42137001 Williams Dr. Corpus Christi 361-985-2244First Assembly of God 813 E. Laurel St. Rockport 361-729-7113First Baptist Churchwww.fbcportlandtx.orgPortland 361-643-6506First Baptist Church 1515 Live Oak Ave. Rockport 361-729-6382First Christian Church 1103 Lang RD. Portland 361-643-2864First PresbyterianChurch corpuschristiFirst PresbyterianChurch PortlandFirst UnitedMethodist ChurchFirst UnitedMethodist ChurchFirst UnitedPentecostal ChurchFishers of FamilyLutheran ChurchFulton CommunityChurch430 S. CarancahuaSt.Corpus Christi 361-884-40571701 Crosby St. Portland 361-643-6029801 E. Main ST. Rockport 361-729-16594545 Wildcat Dr. Portland 361-777-20001402 N. Pearl st. Rockport 361-790-95261200 E. BroadwayBlvd.Portland 361-777-05283rd & Chaparral Rockport 361-729-2180Gateway Church 202 E. Hwy. 35 Portland 361-643-4545The GospelLighthouse ChurchGreater First BaptistChurch922 HWY. 35 S. Rockport 361-729-5887213 Gagon Rockport 361-729-6912Holy Cross Lutheran 2872 Fm 1781 Rockport 361-727-9140ImmaculateConception ChurchKingdom Hall ofJehovah's WitnessesMost Precious BloodCatholic ChurchMt. Sinai FamilyChurchNew CommunityChurch107 Churchesand Chapels St.Gregory 361-643-45051119 N. Pearl Rockport 361-729-16493502 SaratogaBlvd.Corpus Christi 361-854-38003000 S. Doughty Rockport 361-729-43931100 Austin St. Portland 361-537-7191North Bay Church 1501 Denver St. Portland 361-643-6444Oakridge BaptistChurchOur Lady of theAssumptionOur Lady of Mt. CarmelCatholic Church2100 BuddyGanem Dr.Portland 361-643-42532414 Main St. Ingleside 361-776-24461008 Austin ST. Portland 361-643-7533Peace Lutheran Church 1302 W. Market st. Rockport 361-729-7264Portland ChristianCenter, Inc.Primera InglesiaBautistaRockport Churchof GodSacred HeartCatholic Church503 Elm St. Portland 361-643-8624Kossuth & Bay St. Rockport 361-729-6071Hwy. 35 &Concho st.Rockport 361-729-6882704 E. Cornwall st. Rockport 361-729-2174Sacred Heart Church 401 W. Willis St. odem 361-368-9156Salt Lake Baptist Church 100 N. Salt Lake Rd. Rockport 361-729-3872{45} theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013VIETNAM RESTAURANT 701 N. WATER ST. CORPUS CHRISTI 361-853-2682WHATABURGER FIELD 734 E. PORT AVE. CORPUS CHRISTI 361-561-4665Yoshi Zushi 5898 Everhart Rd. CORPUS CHRISTI 361-980-0748South Texas ChristianFellowshipSt. Christopher'sby-the-SeaSt. elizabeth ofhungary901 Market St. Portland 361-960-08087th and WildcatDr.Portland 361-643-3514603 E. Fifth St. Alice 361-664-6481

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WheelerAve.Aransas Pass 361-758-9191Artistic Flowers 1302 Wildcat Dr. Portland 361-643-6311Barbaras Flowers& GiftsBelmontesFlower ShopBlack Tie Roses13434 Leopard St.,Ste. A9Corpus Christi 361-242-20081757 Horne rd. Corpus Christi 361-851-03991015 N. ChaparralSt.Corpus Christi 361-884-2358Blossom Shop Florist 5417 S. Staples St. Corpus Christi 361-992-7011Carl's Flowers 711 N. Chaparral St. Corpus Christi 361-884-7467Country Floral 108-A W. Sinton Sinton 361-364-9180Devereux Gardens 547 E. Pearl st. Goliad 361-645-1337Devereux Gardens 1313 N. Navarro st. VICTORIA 361-573-3246Duggers Flower Villa 4335 S. Alameda ST. Corpus Christi 361-994-0201Emma's Flower Shop 409 N. Fuqua St. Rockport 361-729-7132ExpressionsFloral & Gifts3809 N. Main St. VICTORIA 361-576-0087Floral Boutique 4535 spid Corpus Christi 361-985-8898floral creations byhopeGet Jeweledproductions346 S. CommercialSt.Aransas Pass 361-758-6375Corpus Christi 361-437-8599Gina's Floral Designs 4353 Kostoryz Rd. 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All photos by New Wave PhotographyIf any guy needs a lesson in how to propose, just take a look at BlakeLillard's story of how he asked his girlfriend, Shannon Tatum to marry himright before Christmas on Sunday, December 23rd, 2012 at the historic RitzTheatre downtown. A "First Friday" turned out to be the first day of the restof their lives."I have known about The Ritz for awhile, as I have always been interestedin the history of downtown Corpus Christi," Blake says. "It wasn't until a recentvisit during a First Friday ArtWalk that we both walked in and realizedwhat an amazing place it was. I had no idea what to expect walking in,but knew that it had been vacant for years before Corpus Christi PATCHstarted trying to restore it."The Ritz has long been a place for romance. Many people have reportedto CCPATCH, the non-profit restoring the 1929 relic, of first dates and firstkisses at The Ritz from its movie palace days in the 30s and 40s, to firstconcerts when The Ritz Theatre was known as The Ritz Music Hall in the70's. Artists such as The Pointer Sisters, Bruce Springsteen, Willie Nelson andmore have played there. Elvis was even reported to have played at TheRitz when he was touring as the free after-movie entertainment before hebecame famous in the early 1950s. Organizers with CCPATCH are raisingmoney to restore The Ritz back to what it looked like in 1929 and hopefullygive many more couples their own "firsts" once again.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {54}"As we turned the corner from the empty lobby into the theatre, it wasintriguing and dramatic," Blake says. "Even though the years of abandonmenthad taken its toll, I could still feel the energy from so many sold outevents in its past. It was magical."The Ritz had quickly found a place in Blake's heart... "After months of tryingto think of a unique and special idea for a proposal location, I finallyknew The Ritz was the place. Now the only hard part was seeing if it wouldeven be possible. I finally got in contact with Monica Sawyer, President ofCCPATCH, who was a tremendous help."Blake didn't stop at finding the perfect place. He created a scene that fitThe Ritz and also displayed how special Shannon is to him. "My favorite partof the proposal was getting to make the large marquee letters that spelledout 'Will you marry me,' even though they took much longer then I expected.And my favorite part of the actual proposal was Shannon's face when Iclapped to signal all the lights to be turned on, which showed the sign andrevealed that her family and our closest friends were there as well."After all that hard work and preparation, Shannon said "YES!"To find out more about The Ritz, call 361-887-6055 or visit www.ccritz.comor visit The Ritz at a First Friday ArtWalk from 5:30-9:00pm, 715 N. Chaparral Street.

Ask her father (or appropriatefamily member) for a blessingon the marriage.Tell your families and friends that yougot engaged.Communicate with your brideto-beand ask her what tasks youcan help with. Listen, Listen, Listen.Choose a best man.Choose your groomsmen (useone usher per 50 guests).Discuss who will be paying forthe wedding, if relevant, andstart a wedding budget.Find and reserve locations for theceremony and the reception.Go over health insurance information,legal papers and get a pre-nupif necessary.Start a guest list - get input fromyour parents (you usually only sendannouncements to people you areinviting to the wedding).Register for wedding gifts(get this over with early sofriends & family can buy giftsfor engagement events).Pick out and order tuxes andaccessories.Help with thank-you notes before andafter the wedding.Make sure groomsmen haveinfo for ordering tuxes.Get a marriage license (bloodtest needed in most states).Buy and insure the wedding rings.Finalize date and time.Hire a photographer.Hire a videographer.Do a cake tasting and pickout groom’s cake.Find a caterer and choose menu.Send out invitations.Order alcohol for the reception.Reserve wedding nightaccommodations.Meet with the officiant.Schedule any pre-nuptial classes orcounseling (sometimes required byreligions).Prepare your vows.Arrange transportation for theentire wedding party for thewedding day events (consider thatyou will be arriving separately, butleaving as a couple).Buy your groomsmen gifts.Buy a special wedding day giftfor your new spouse.Plan the honeymoon.Have a bachelor party.Prepare toasts.Get a haircut and manicure.Do something sweet for yourbride-to-be.theonebrideguide.com • February – May 2013 {55}

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