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This Saturday & SUnday: Central Ohio’s biggest & best bridal show!
Tell every
bride-to-be
about the show!
One
EVENT.
Made for
TWO.
Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015
Photo by Martin Digital Photography
Noon to 5 p.m.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Hall E & F • 400 N. High St.
Inside:
• Columbus Bride Show map
• Full list of 160+ exhibitors
•All-new Charles Penzone Fashion Show
•Show schedules and information to plan your perfect wedding
See Giuliana
and Bill Rancic
in person
presented by Ashley Furniture
HomeStore — Q&A inside
Everything for your
Get Your Tickets
Hours
Saturday Jan. 3 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday
Jan. 4Noon to 5 p.m.
Tickets to the event are $10 in advance at
ColumbusBride.com/tickets or $12 at the door.
Additionally, there are a number of special
packages available for you and your crew:
big day –
in one place!
• The Bridal Three-Pack, which gets you and
two friends through the doors for $25
• The Charles Penzone Fashion Show VIP package,
which includes a ticket, preferred seating,
beverage and swag bag for $25
• And the Giuliana and Bill Rancic VIP package,
which includes a ticket, preferred seating,
meet-and-greet reception with Giuliana and Bill,
and a professional photo for $75
All of these packages are available now
at ColumbusBride.com/tickets.
Beauty,
Health
& Fitness
Charles Penzone Salons, The.... 249
Circulatory Centers............................614
Columbus Wedding Makeup............639
European Wax Center........................ 327
Foot Petals.............................................731
It Works Global................................... 649
Jamie Wieging-Mary Kay
Independent Director.............. 111,210
Nerium International.......................... 630
Premier Laser Spa of Columbus.......549
Richard Bowen, DDS.........................547
Salon Lofts.....................................427,526
Spine & Sports Family
Chiropractic Center....................... 515
Square One Salon and Spa...............725
Studio Rouge....................................... 332
The Lavish Lash...................................123
The Spa at Ricky D. St.Onge, MD... 107
Xtreme Whitening.............. 139,141
Younique................................................511
Bridal Registry & China
Ashley Funiture HomeStore.....700
Bed Bath & Beyond.................... 622,624
Caterina Ltd..........................................117
Dinner4two..........................................655
Macy’s Wedding and Gift Registry....250
NutriChef America............................. 732
Bridal Salons,
Dressmakers & Veils
Big Rock Bridal Atelier..............551
Couture on High................................ 260
David’s Bridal............................205
Gowntastic............................... 428
Henri’s Cloud Nine.......................659,661
Joan’s Bridal Couture............... 438
La Jeune Mariee Collection...... 105
La Jeune Mariee Maids & Social... 105
LUXEredux Bridal Boutique...726,728
Universe Bridal & Prom......................244
Wendy’s Bridal..........................505
cakes
Capital City Cakes............................. 605
Giant Eagle Market District...............729
Jan Kisch - la petite fleur.......... 329
The End Dessert Company..............338
The Suisse Shop.................................. 215
caterers
A Catered Event.................................220
Bosc + Brie............................................246
Bravo Brio Restaurant Group............ 617
catering by scott...................................611
City Barbeque Catering.....439,538
PC Events Catering, Inc.....................426
Sadie Baby Sweets..............................548
Schmidt’s...............................................632
Simply Delicious by Hallmark...........330
custom wedding songs
Memory Town Music.......................... 216
dance instruction
Fred Astaire Dance Studios................721
Event Coordinators,
Services and Decorating
Columbus Bride & Groom................336
Connie Duglin Linen.......................... 241
Lasting Impressions
Event Rentals.........................321
Main Events Party Rental, LLC.........724
Rock On Ice ........................................224
Florists & Floral
Preservation
Bloomtastic Flowers & Events........... 710
Connells Maple Lee Flowers
& Gifts................408,409,410,411
Flowerama.....................................625,627
Gifts & Favors
KEEP Collective.................................. 227
Life Support......................................... 651
Things Remembered.......................... 615
Gown
Preservation
Dublin
Cleaners....... 517
Searchable database of all exhibitors online at ColumbusBride.com
More than 160 exhibitors
Invitations, Stationary
& Wedding Albums
Lady M/Paper Occasions..................539
Occasionally Custom
Correspondence............................ 444
THE PAPER VAULT.........................339
You’re Invited........................................231
Jewelers
Diamond Cellar............................537,636
Meyers Jewelers........................315
Worthington Jewelers..................252,254
Menswear Specialists
American Commodore Tuxedo.523,525
Men’s Warehouse.. 211,213, 310,312,314
President Tuxedo...................629,631,633
Romanoff’s Classic Tuxedos...............711
Musicians, Entertainers
& Disc Jockeys
Class Acts Entertainment..........417
Columbus Pro DJs.............................. 733
Flair Entertainment.......................212,214
Marino Brothers DJ Services............. 232
Master Mix DJ.....................................207
Mega Beat Entertainment.................637
Night Music DJ Professionals........... 723
Premier Entertainment........................121
Street Players #1 In LIVE
Entertainment.................................544
TEAM DJ.............................................717
Photographers
& Photo Booths
222 Photography............ 347
AddVision..........................226
aperture photography...........326
Brett Loves Elle Photography...........230
Clear Choice Photobooths...............507
Couture Boudoir................................. 612
Dan Buckley.........................................745
Derk’s Works.........................................137
Doug Melvin........................................ 716
Harvest Of Memories........................ 737
Hillary Ferguson Photography, LLC...440
Infinity Photobooth Ohio.................. 341
Marcus Marter Photography.............546
Martin Digital....................................... 237
Melee Photography........................... 240
Mia Jade Wedding Photojournalism.. 626
New Image Studios......................521,620
PicMe Entertainment.........................663
Randolph Photo & Video Services.. 640
Reflections Event Group............738,740
Shimmer Boudoir Studio.................... 125
Shoot 2 Studios....................................736
Shutterbooth...................... 514,516
Together We Click..............................545
Charles Penzone Fashion Show Sponsors
Realtor, New Home,
Insurance
Tara Smith, RE/MAX Achiever.... 349
Reception &
Rehearsal Dinner
Locations
& Guest Lodging
Annunciation Banquet and
Conference Center......527
Columbus Country Club...........730
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium......... 446
COSI.....................................................222
Creekside Conference
and Event Center...........................441
Crescent Hospitality...........................225
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Downtown Columbus................... 646
Eddie Merlot’s.......................................131
Embassy Suites Columbus Dublin.....340
Franklin Park Conservatory
and Botanical Gardens.................. 541
Glenross Golf Club.............................712
Grandview Yard Hotel
and Conference Center............... 650
Granville Inn........................................ 648
Hilton Columbus Downtown........... 449
Holiday Inn Columbus/
Worthington.....................................133
Irongate Equestrian Center...............238
Jefferson Country Club.....................328
Jorgensen Farms................................. 415
Kalahari Resorts....................................115
LaScala.............................................. 540
Little Bear Golf Club...................239
New Albany Links Golf Club......741
NorthPointe Hotel &
Conference Center/
Crowne Plaza Downtown............. 644
NorthStar Golf Club...........................445
Oglebay Resort &
Conference Center........................653
Pinnacle Golf Club.............................641
Scioto Reserve Country Club.......... 610
Tall Timbers Banquet & Catering... 448
Tartan Fields Golf Club..................... 628
The Athletic Club of Columbus...... 233
The Ballroom at J.Liu
Worthington................................... 447
The Berwick........................................ 258
The Blackwell...................................... 229
The Bluestone..................................... 324
The Clock Tower................................ 616
The Club at Corazon................ 429,528
The Country Club at
Muirfield Village............................. 127
The Makoy Center............................. 217
The Reception House........................533
The Worthington Inn..........................236
Wedgewood Golf & Country Club.... 705
Sponsors
(continued on page 5)
Join us for a
weekend-long bridal party!
Awesome prizes are up for grabs!
This year’s Columbus Bride Show presented by Meyers Jewelers
is shaping up to be the most dynamic one yet.
Bring your girlfriends, relatives and, heck, drag your groom along.
This is the best chance you’ll have this year to meet with more than
160 of the area’s top local wedding vendors — including dress
salons, florists, cake bakers, videographers, planners and more —
all under one roof.
And as a bonus, this year’s special guests — Giuliana and Bill
Rancic, presented by Ashley Furniture HomeStore — will take
the stage on Jan. 4 to share relationship advice and tips for your big
day (for a preview, see our Q&A with Giuliana on page 4).
Here’s a quick rundown of some of the fun we have in store:
• Charles Penzone Fashion Show (see details below).
• Demonstrations by experts at the new Classroom Gazebo.
The floral pros from Connells Maple Lee Flowers & Gifts and
cake-baker extraordinaire Jan Kish of la petite fleur will share their
knowledge to help make your wedding the best wedding.
• “Bling Rings” for every bride who comes through the doors.
• Samples galore! Arrive hungry: bakers, caterers and venues will
have bites of their culinary creations for you to taste. In fact, taste cake
samples from all participating vendors and you can enter to win $500
toward your wedding cake from one of them. Just pick up a Cakewalk
entry form when you collect your Bling Ring.
• Photo ops with your friends in the Cinderella Selfie Carriage,
provided by All Occasions Carriage and Pony Rides.
• Drinks at the Bubbles Lounge so you can sip and stroll your
way through all the fun.
•And music from Class Acts Entertainment filling
the air and setting the wedding mood.
The Columbus Bride Show is giving away prizes worth more than
$30,000 — and all you have to do to enter is sign up at the Bridal
Registry kiosks at the show’s entryway. See ColumbusBride.com for
complete rules including alternate methods of entry. Good luck!
Prize
ValueWinner Announced
Le Vian Chocolate$2,995
Main Stage
Diamond Pendant, Sunday, Jan. 4, betw. 2-3 p.m.
courtesy of Meyers Jewelers
by Giuliana and Bill Rancic
Ashley Furniture
$2,500 each Main Stage
HomeStore packages (2)
Saturday, Jan. 3, at 1:50 p.m.,
Sunday, Jan. 4, betw. 2-3 p.m.
$5,000 giveaway to spend
with participating
Bride Show exhibitors
$1,000 (2) Bridal registry
$500 (5) instant winners &
$100 (5) Cakewalk winner
Hearts on Fire$2,500
Main Stage
diamond pendant,
Sunday, Jan. 4, at 4 p.m.
courtesy of Meyers Jewelers
Tungsten rings, courtesy $1,000 each Bridal registry
of Meyers Jewelers (10)
instant winners
Wedding carriage service, $650 each Bridal registry
courtesy of All Occasions
instant winners
Carriage and Pony Rides, LLC
(4 packages)
Makeup packages and updo’s Varies
from the stylists at Charles
Penzone, plus a variety of
other prizes from show vendors
Bridal registry
instant winners
Get the VIP
treatment
Sit close enough to see the intricate details
of every gown! VIP tickets to the Charles
Penzone Fashion Show (available for $25
at ColumbusBride.com/tickets) include
admission to the Columbus Bride Show,
VIP seating at one fashion show, beverage
voucher (up to $7 value) and a swag bag
with cool items from our partners.
An all-new fashion runway
Haven’t said yes to a beautiful dress yet? The Charles Penzone Fashion Show —
taking place two times each day at the Main Stage — will have plenty of suggestions.
This year’s runway show has undergone a total revamp.
Grab your seat
early. These are
shows you won’t
want to miss.
Show coordinator Adrianne Ramstack of Adrianne Elizabeth Events and show stylist
Elizabeth Bean Smith of Wardrobe Therapy determined that to reach its full potential,
the runway show needed buy-in from the best national gown shops and the best local
boutiques alike. Mission accomplished.
Boutiques and businesses on board for this year’s fashion shows include Big Rock Bridal Atelier,
Charles Penzone, Connells Maple Lee Flowers and Gifts, David’s Bridal, La Jeune Mariee
Collection and La Jeune Mariee Maids & Social, Joan’s Bridal Couture, LUXEredux Bridal Boutique,
Men’s Wearhouse, Meyers Jewelers and Wendy’s Bridal.
fashion
Show Times
Saturday
Noon & 3:30 p.m.
Sunday
1 and 3:30 p.m.
Bean said the show will be fast-paced, with about 70 high-fashion looks. And the runway will be segmented
into four price levels — from under $750 to more than $3,000 — so every bride will see gowns in her price range.
A processional of bride, groom, mother of the bride, three bridesmaids and a flower girl will follow at the end of each
of the four segments, providing cohesive style inspiration for your big day, whether you’re going for laid-back or all-out
glamour.
“The level of sophistication at all of the price points is fabulous,” Bean said. “This truly is going to be the bridal show
event of the new year. Each future bride will hopefully walk out inspired and ready to style her wedding.”
&
Giuliana Bill
presented by
Reality television’s most charming couple will take the stage at the
Columbus Bride Show to share relationship advice with Central Ohio couples.
When Giuliana and Bill Rancic wed in 2007, they faced some immediate hurdles not
many couples face: a long-distance relationship, intense work schedules and,
ultimately, making time to film a new television show, “Giuliana and Bill.”
Over the years, they’ve become television’s modern-day golden couple, heading off
challenges with grace and humor. Presented by Ashley Furniture HomeStore,
they’ll be at the Columbus Bride Show on Jan. 4 to share their
relationship insight with soon-to-be-newlyweds.
Here, Giuliana gives us a sneak peek at what she
and Bill have in store for guests of the show.
Q&A
When your show, “Giuliana and Bill,” debuted, it focused on the “everyday”
stresses of newlywed life — moving into a house, discussing family plans,
making long-distance work obligations work. What advice do you
have for newly engaged or recently wed couples?
Bill and I have a technique that really works for us; we call it
“checking in.” What that means is we always make time to check in with
each other every day to talk about positives, negatives, what is going
well, what we can change or work on. Communication is key for
the foundation of a strong marriage, and it is really important to
set the groundwork early on.
You’ve both referred to your show as a positive
depiction of a marriage. To what do you attribute
your relationship’s success?
We try to stay grounded and focus on the foundation
of our relationship. Fame and television shows may
come and go, but we want our marriage to last forever —
which is why we always put our relationship first.
As for your own wedding, what were the
highlights? What did you wear?
Bill and I got married in Capri, Italy, which is a very special
place for me because I was born in Italy and was raised there
until I was six years old. I have very deep Italian roots and, of
course, Capri is the most beautiful place in the world to me so it
was incredible to get married with such a breathtaking backdrop.
I wore a strapless, full skirt Monique Lhuillier gown that was classic and
timeless, and I had my hair in an updo. Bill wore a classic black tux.
What was the most priceless piece of advice
you received prior to tying the knot?
Always put your family first. No matter what is going on in your life,
make your spouse and your family your number one priority.
What are you looking forward to at the Columbus Bride Show?
Our hope is that we can help some brides-to-be and couples out there learn
something from our story. We had a lot of odds working against us — like the
long distance and crazy work schedules — but we managed to make it work!
presented by
Jan. 3 & 4, 2015
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Hall E & F
Connells bringing beauty
to the show — for a cause
Connells Maple Lee Flowers & Gifts has been making brides and weddings beautiful
since 1945, which you’ll see for yourself the moment you walk into the show.
Connells booth will be the crown jewel of the grand entryway, with arrangements
and bouquets galore. Best of all, each of the arrangements will go on sale for
$5 just before the show closes at 5 p.m. Sunday, with all proceeds benefiting
Choices for Victims of Domestic Violence, which you can learn more about
at choicescolumbus.org.
Connells presence will also be felt beyond the booth. Each day, its
floral pieces will be showcased in the Charles Penzone Fashion
Shows. Connells designers will also host a pair of bouquet-making
demonstrations each day at the Classroom Gazebo
(for more information, see the schedule
on the next page).
Charles
Penzone
Exhibitors (continued)
Transportation
Cinderella Carriage..............................251
Classic Limousines of
Columbus.......................262,264
Creative Coach Co./
Fun Bus............................................665
Travel Agents &
Honeymoons
AAA.........................................529,531
Above & Beyond Travel, Inc...... 345
Active Travel............647,746,747,749
Bliss Honeymoons................. 713,715
LoveShack Vacations....................638
Premier Travel Services....................248
Lasting
Impressions
Meyers
Jewelers
videographer
Clear Sky Video.....................................................316
Wedding Resources
Dispatch Magazines.............................................613
The Columbus Dispatch......................................607
Wedding Sites
First Congregational Church..............................513
Ashley
Furniture
HomeStore
Charles Penzone Fashion Show Sponsors
Sponsors
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• East Lot (10-12 minute walk) — $4 for up to four hours. Hourly rates when you
take a ticket: $1 per hour up to four hours; $6 for up to six hours; $8 for up to nine
hours. Flat-rate parking may cost you more.
•Vine Street Garage (5-7 minute walk) — Covered parking. $8 for up
to four hours. Hourly rates when you take a ticket: $1 per half-hour up to four hours;
$9 up to seven hours; $11 up to nine hours. Flat-rate parking may cost you more.
•South Garage (7-9 minute indoor walk) — Covered parking, low clearance.
Same rates as Vine Street Garage.
• Parking meters — Rates vary by location. Free on Sunday.
Grab A Seat!
SATURDAY, JANUARY 3
The 2015 Columbus Bride Show has more
stages and performance areas than ever
before. Here are the celebrities,
wedding-day experts and musicians you
can see (and hear) throughout
the weekend.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 4
Main Stage
Main Stage
11:30 a.m.
& 3 p.m.
12:30 p.m. Pre-fashion show set by
& 3 p.m.
renowned DJ Patrick Hicks
Pre-fashion show set by
renowned DJ Patrick Hicks
1 p.m.
Charles Penzone Fashion Show
& 3:30 p.m. This year’s fashion show is fun, fresh and fashion-forward, Noon
Charles Penzone Fashion Show
& 3:30 p.m. This year’s fashion show is fun, fresh and fashion-forward, with looks to
with looks to fit every budget — from less than $750 to more fit every budget — from less than $750 to more than $3,000. You’ll see the
than $3,000. You’ll see the best of Columbus bridal couture best of Columbus bridal couture from Big Rock Bridal Atelier, David’s Bridal,
from Big Rock Bridal Atelier, David’s Bridal, Joan’s Bridal Couture, Joan’s Bridal Couture, La Jeune Mariee Collection, La Jeune Mariee
La Jeune Mariee Collection, La Jeune Mariee Maids and Maids and Social Occasions, LUXEredux Bridal Boutique,
Social Occasions, LUXEredux Bridal Boutique, and
and Wendy’s Bridal. Men’s looks will be provided by Men’s Warehouse. Wendy’s Bridal. Men’s looks will be provided by
And bridal fashions will be complemented by hair and makeup from
Men’s Warehouse. And bridal fashions will be complemented fashion show pesenting sponsor Charles Penzone, jewelry from
by hair and makeup from fashion show pesenting sponsor Bride Show presenting sponsor Meyers Jewelers and floral from
Charles Penzone, jewelry from Bride Show presenting sponsor Connells Maple Lee Flowers and Gifts. Look no further for outstanding
Meyers Jewelers and floral from Connells Maple Lee Flowers inspiration for the bride, groom and entire bridal party. and Gifts. Look no further for outstanding inspiration
for the bride, groom and entire bridal party.
Bridal Style, presented by The Charles Penzone Salons
Hair professionals and estheticians at The Charles Penzone Salons
host a dynamic presentation to introduce 2015’s hottest bridal hair
2 p.m.
Secrets of Our Love and Successful Marriage,
and makeup trends. Beauty questions will be answered to help
with Giuliana and Bill Rancic, presented by Ashley Furniture HomeStore
each bride feel her very best in the months leading up to —
Giuliana and Bill will share their tips and secrets on everything from
and on — her wedding day.
the perfect dress to how they keep the spark in their relationship.
2 p.m.
Songpop, with 97.9 WNCI’s Gandhi
1 p.m.
Think you know music trivia? Prove it vs. WNCI’s Gandhi.
Brides can play to win a complimentary night’s stay at one
of A Catered Event’s Columbus hospitality partners.
Classroom Gazebo
11 a.m.
& 2 p.m.
For Yourself, Not By Yourself: Bouquets Made Just
For You, with Connells Maple Lee Flowers & Gifts
Designers from Connells Maple Lee help take the fear out of DIY
bouquets by assisting you in creating a beautiful floral arrangement.
1 p.m.
Behind the Wedding Cake: What to Know,
& 4:30 p.m. with Jan Kish – la petite fleur
Pick up tips and learn about trends for 2015 from
wedding cake artist and baker Jan Kish.
Class Acts entertainment ~ music Pavilion
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
12:45 p.m. 1:45 p.m.
2:45 p.m.
4:15 p.m. Cardinal String Ensembles (classical music)
Sharon Avis (classical harp)
Tim Cummiskey Duo (classical guitar)
Silver & Spruce (classical flute and guitar)
Cardinal String Ensembles (classical music)
Cardinal String Ensembles (classical music)
Class Acts entertainment ~ main Concourse
9:15 a.m.
10:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 12:10 p.m. 12:45 p.m. 1:45 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 4:15 p.m.
Chaz Mechenbier (guitar)
Bryan Olsheki (jazz saxophone)
Tim Cummiskey Duo (classical guitar)
Cardinal String Ensembles (classical music)
Erik Augis (jazz piano)
Cardinal String Ensembles (classical music)
Nicole Lyons Duo (vocalists)
Rob Cave (classical piano)
Classroom Gazebo
Noon &
4:30 p.m.
2 p.m.
Behind the Wedding Cake: What to Know,
with Jan Kish – la petite fleur
Pick up tips and learn about trends for 2015 from
wedding cake artist and baker Jan Kish.
For Yourself, Not By Yourself: Bouquets Made Just For You,
with Connells Maple Lee Flowers & Gifts
Designers from Connells Maple Lee help take the fear out of DIY bouquets by assisting you in creating a beautiful floral arrangement.
Class Acts entertainment ~ music Pavilion
NoonCardinal String Ensembles (classical music)
1:45 p.m.
Silver & Spruce (classical flute and guitar)
2:45 p.m. Cardinal String Ensembles (classical music)
4:15 p.m.
Doug Hare (classical piano)
Class Acts entertainment ~
main Concourse
11:30 a.m.
12:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m.
2:45 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
Ted Royalty (steel drum)
Meridith Evans Duo (vocalists)
Cardinal String Ensembles (classical music)
Doug Hare (classical piano)
Cardinal String Ensembles (classical music)
TARA SMITH
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