our wedding is one of the most important days in your life. You have been dreaming about this special time ever since you were young. Let Victoria’s Bridal Couture with our one-on-one service and exceptional selection of gowns, make your lifelong dreams become a reality.

Victoria’s Bridal Couture is the premier bridal boutique of South Florida for over 25 years, located on lovely Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. Home to the largest selection of designer gowns, we have been dressing brides who are looking for a simple destination beach wedding to the most elegant and elaborate of affairs. We also specialize in debutante gowns and traditional religious weddings of all faiths.

Our designer wedding gowns are brands you can trust to provide beauty and quality. We are the authorized retailer of After Six, Alexia Designs, Allure Bridals, Andy Anand Couture, Demetrios, Eden Bridals, Marisa Bridals, Mia Solano, Mori Lee and Watters & Watters Wtoo Collections.

WehavethelargestselectionofbridesmaidandflowergirldressesinSouthFloridaandthelowestpricesbothinourstoreandonline.Allofourbridesmaidandflowergirldressesareauthenticnationally advertised designer brands that you know and trust. We carry After Six, Alexia Designs, Alfred Sung, Angelina Faccenda, Bill Levkoff, Dessy, Eden Bridals, Jim Hjelm Occasions, Lazaro, Lela Rose, Mackenzie Michaels, Malley & Co., Mori Lee, Pretty Maids by the House of Wu, Rosebud Fashions, Social Bridesmaids, Wtoo, and Watters & Watters.

If you would like to pre-shop Victoria’s Bridal Couture, check out our website at http://www.victoriasbridalcouture.com. Our website was originally established to serve the needs of your out-of-town bridesmaids with a secure shopping cart. Our website now brings the shopping experience to your home and mobile devices for in-depth product descriptions, color options, sizing, price matching, delivery timeframes, scheduling appointments, and ordering online.

We have a beautiful selection of bridal veils, tiaras, headpieces, bridal jewelry and bridal shoes. We also carry long line bridal bras, bridal slips and even wedding gown preservation services.

Our seamstresses have over 60 years of experience and specialize in wedding gown and bridesmaid alterations. With the complexity and delicate details in formal wear, you want someone whoknowshowtomakeitfitperfectly.Victoria’sBridalCouturehasthatexpertise.

Finally, we want you to come away with the feeling of trust and friendship in a bridal store. Our sales staff, seamstresses and management team will help you along the way if you have any questions. We want your experience with us to be enjoyable and memorable. Congratulations on your engagement and thank you for visiting Victoria’s Bridal Couture!

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Congratulations on your upcoming wedding

Looking for that perfect gown begins your entire experience. That is why Victoria’s Bridal Couture and Black-Tie Publishing have put together this magazine to help you with The Next Step®. This magazine is a guide to introduce you to some top wedding venues and vendors.

As a pre-wedding gift to you, Victoria’s Bridal Couture will give you up to $50 off alterations of any gown whether purchased at Victoria’s or elsewhere. Here’s all you have to do: Bring in the incentive form from this magazine with 1 or 2 signatures of advertisers that you will be using for your wedding and receive Victoria’s Bridal Couture gift.

Take time to contact the advertisers and please mention to them that you had seen their information in Victoria’s Bridal Couture’s “The Next Step”!

Here’s to the wedding of your dreams.

12 Months before your wedding

•Selectanapproximatedateforthewedding.•Makeabudgetandleaveroomforextras.•Hireaweddingconsultantifyouplantouseone.•Chooseyourbridesmaids,flowergirlsand groomsmen.•Reserveaplacetobemarriedandalocationfor your reception.•Shopforyourweddingdress.•Shopforbridesmaid,flowergirldressesandmother of the brides and groom. •Findaclergymanoracivilofficialtomarryyou.•Chooseacatererandamenu.•Chooseaflorist.•Interviewphotographersand/orvideographers.•Bookmusiciansand/orD.J.fortheceremonyand reception.•Startyourguestlist.

6 Months before your wedding

•Finalizeyourselectionandpurchaseyourwedding dress.•Chooseyourveil,shoesandbridaljewelryfor yourself and your bridesmaids.•Finalizeyourbridesmaids,flowergirlsandmotherof the brides and groom selections and purchase their dresses.•Havethegroomandgroomsmenselecttheir wedding attire.•Finalizeyourguestlist.•Orderinvitations,announcementsandstationery.•Chooseandordertheweddingcake.•Arrangetransportationtoandfromthewedding and reception.•Registeryourgiftpreferenceswithaweddinggift registry.•Sendanengagementannouncementanda picture to the newspaper.

3 Months before your wedding

•Makeappointmentsforphysicalexamsandblood test.•Orderweddingringsandarrangeforany engraving.•Meetwiththefloristtodecideonflowers.•Reserveanyrentalssuchasglasses,tables, tablecloths and/or tents.•Givealistofyourmusicandordertoyourband and/or D.J.•Decideonyourhoneymoondestinationandmake reservations.•Arrangeaccommodationsforout-of-townguests.•Makesureyourgroomhasarrangedforthe rehearsal dinner.•Mailtheinvitations.

1 Month before your wedding

•Startyourweddingdressalterations.Bringyour shoes and undergarments.•Haveyourbridesmaids,flowergirlsandmothers start their alterations.•Scheduletheweddingrehearsalandfirmupdetails on the rehearsal party.•Shopforgiftsforeachother,andattendants.•Planyourhoneymoonwardrobeandcheckyour luggage needs.•Scheduleanappointmentwithyourhairstylistand makeup expert for a trial look.•Confirmyourflowerselectionswithyourflorist.•Bookyourhairstylistandmanicurenearthe wedding date.•Writethankyounotesasthegiftsarrive.•Confirmyourweddingcake.•Confirmallyouraccommodationsdatesand service appointments.

2 Weeks before your wedding

•Finalizeonallweddinggownalterationsandhaveit pressed and/or steamed.•Verifythatyourbridesmaid,flowergirlandother dressesarefinishedwithalterations.•GiveyourcatereryourRSVPpreliminarycount.•Makeaseatingchartandwriteplacecardsif needed.•Sendchange-of-addresscardsifnecessary.•Wrappresentsforthegroomandattendants.•Addressandstampweddingannouncementsifyou will be sending them.

1 Week before your wedding

•Pickupyourweddinggownandkeepithidden from the groom.•GiveyourcatereryourfinalizedRSVPcount.•Finalizeyourmusicselectionstoyourbandand/or D.J.•Remindtheweddingpartyabouttherehearsal.•Makesurethegroomandgroomsmenhavetheir rentals.•Attendtherehearsalandrehearsaldinner.•Haveyourbachelorandbacheloretteparties.•Finally,enjoyyourweddingandhoneymoon.

After your wedding

•PreserveyourweddinggownwiththeWeddingGownPreservationKit.

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Although the information in this Event Planner Brochure is believed to be accurate at the time of printing, neither the property nor the publishers guarantee its accuracy and reserve the right to make changes without notice. Since the advertisers in this book are completely independent and autonomous and in no way employed by or are contractors of the property or the publishers, with respect to performance or quality of goods and services, neither the property nor the publishers will be held liable for the torts, intentional or unintentional, or for the quality or performance of goods and services provided by the advertisers who appear in this publication.

Victoria’s Bridal Couture Proudly Recommends the Following Event ProfessionalsWefeelconfidentinsuggestingthefollowingeventprofessionalsforyourupcomingevent.

Superiorintheirfields,theyhavebeenhand-selectedtoenhanceyouroccasion.AccommodationsDoubleTree by Hilton Ocean Point Resort 786-528-2586 Embassy Suites Fort Lauderdale 954-315-1310

National Hotel305-532-2311

Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Plantation954-472-2252

Airport & Limousine TransportationLimelight Limos305-345-3730

Wall Street Transportation & Limousine 954-946-3878

CakesCakesbyGino954-966-0656

Edda’s Cake Designs954-885-8770

Cappuccino & EspressoAroma Espresso 954-658-7101 CateringBouerCateringGroup954-689-0110

Eden Regal Catering954-922-3344

Events by Executive Caterers 305-935-3454

L’Hermitage Catering954-568-2383

Ceremony & Cocktail MusicMario Vuksanovic 305-373-2469

Ceremony Sites & Reception VenuesBouerCateringGroup954-689-0110

DoubleTree by Hilton Ocean Point Resort 786-528-2586

Eden Regal Ballroom 954-922-3344

Embassy Suites Fort Lauderdale954-315-1310

Events by Executive Caterers 305-935-3454

Gino’sMarket954-966-0656

Hillcrest Country Club 954-987-5000

L’Hermitage Catering954-568-2383

MiamiBeachBotanicalGarden305-673-7256

National Hotel305-532-2311

Palmetto Bay Events786-249-0946

Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Plantation Hotel954-472-2252

Royal Fiesta Event Center954-570-9422 DJs, Entertainment & LightingA Scott Evans Productions 800-246-3684

Eddie B. & Company 954-721-9911

Elegant Occasions 954-722-2223

First Class Sounds 954-572-6919 Ron Wood DJ & Lighting 954-303-5768

Event Staffing & CoordinationSpiritofExcellenceStaffing&Services800-539-1045

FitnessLS Fitness954-471-6301

Floral & Event DecorCreations by Blanca 954-972-1993

Once Upon a Lily786-457-1699

Rena’s Flowers of Merritt954-472-5322

Victoria Park Flower Studio954-463-0505

Full Party & Equipment RentalsElegant Parties954-956-8227

Hair & Makeup ArtistryBridal Beauty Team by Christie 954-681-4480

Estella Jaramillo 561-716-4934

Marlene Rosenzweig 954-709-5036

Hair SalonHair Couture Las Olas954-463-4343

Honeymoon/TravelBoca Express Travel American Express 561-451-4511

InvitationsInvitations by Monica 954-401-0136

Kerry’sPapery954-547-3165

JewelersCarroll’s Jewelers954-463-3711

Lighting & Event DécorJP Lighting Décor 305-221-2729

OfficiantsCeremonies by Cindy 954-781-8822

Rabbi Richard Polirerlight & modern 954-255-6406 Rev. Jeffrey B. Conovercivil, religious, non-denominational954-974-8555

Wedding by Franknon-denominational, multi-lingual 305-484-4383 Photography & VideoA Seaside Wedding Studios 954-234-5199

EO Studios (div. of Elegant Occasions) 954-722-2223

First Class Photography & Video 954-572-6919

Leo Photographer305-255-1125

LoFaro Photography305-333-4668

Partigliani Pro Studios 561-929-0868 Ron Wood Photography & Video 954-303-5768 Snap Happy Photos786-449-7396 RealtorSea Island Realty Inc.954-562-8004

Tuxedo Sales & RentalsSouthern Formals954-463-1171

Wedding & Event PlanningA Seaside Wedding 954-234-5199

MeKaSoCreations305-607-3251

Once Upon a Lily 786-457-1699

Wedding & Shower GiftsTo Romance with Love 754-224-8866

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