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The best place to start is with your other half. Take some time together to sort through each of your desires for your ideal wedding day. Decide on your priorities and let that guide your plan for your celebration.
A well thought out plan usually begins with deciding on the day of your wedding. The day is often determined by a bride and grooms desired season and budget. Once you have narrowed down the day selecting a venue for the ceremony and the reception is vital. If you desire a wedding during some of the more popular times of year securing a venue early is essential. After that working through a detailed list of needs and desires for your dream wedding helps make the planning easier. Don’t forget to discuss and decide on your budget (something that you may want to do before securing a venue) to be sure you stay on track.
Be thoughtful in choosing who will help guide you through the planning process. Some brides do it themselves or with family and friends others choose to hire a wedding planner. Either way the key is to have a plan. This should include choosing your dress, the bridesmaid’s dresses, tuxes, flowers, invitations, music, the cake, party favors, and more.
In this section you will find many businesses that specialize in helping make your wedding a memorable and stress-free day. Consult them as you navigate through your plan and, remember, this is a celebration! Relax, enjoy and know that when the day comes you have created a memorable event not only for yourself and your betrothed but for your family and friends as well!
Jewelry
Adrene Jewelers
1198 Route 28, Hearth & Kettle Plaza, South Yarmouth
508.394.0470
www.adrenejewelers.com
Adrene Jewelers offers a complete line of diamond engagement rings and wedding bands. Available in 14 or
18 Karat white or yellow gold and platinum, let Stephen, a graduate gemologist, help you select or design the perfect diamond ring for that special person in your life. Also available is a large selection of diamond and designer wedding bands to help you remember that special day.
Diamond Perfections
422 Main Street, Hyannis
508.771.6463
www.diamondperfectionsinc.com
Engagement Diamonds and wedding bands to satisfy the most exquisite of tastes! Visit the Extraordinary Cape and Islands Jeweler for diamonds, gems and even to custom design the perfect ring for your special someone. Antiques and Vintage watches for sale and expert watch and jewelry restoration always available. An elegant shop to visit, browse and find a treasure.
Ross Coppelman
1439 Route 6A, East Dennis
508.385.7900
www.coppelman.com
Ross Coppelman has been hand-crafting high-karat gold, platinum, and sterling silver jewelry on Cape Cod for forty years. Ross’ attention to design detail and exquisite craftsmanship have made his East Dennis showroom a destination, and have garnered him a national reputation as a master goldsmith. Visit his web site or showroom to see a unique collection of wedding and engagement rings, and bridal party gifts.
Yarmouth Jewelers
1086 Main Street, Route 28,
South Yarmouth
508.394.3637
www.yarmouthjewelers.com
Yarmouth Jewelers is a full service jewelry store. Carrying an extensive collection of fine Jewelry in gold and Bridal selections, or let us design the perfect custom creation. We also carry Sterling silver Jewelry and gift items. Select gifts for your wedding attendants here as well. Located next door to the Registry of Motor Vehicles in South Yarmouth.
Dresses
Vintage in Vogue-Bridal
37A Main Street, Orleans
508.255.1826
www.vintageinvogue.com
Cape Cod’s largest collection of antique and vintage wedding gowns, dresses, and vintage formal wear awaits you at Vintage in Vogue-Bridal. With gowns as early as 1870, select from over 100 years of stunning fashion and timeless beauty. Personalized, vintage couture design services available to create the dress of your dreams. Vintage in Vogue- Bridal by appointment only.
Event Planning
Cape Cod Celebrations
Route 6A, Dennis
508.737.6645
www.capecodcelebrations.com
Plan. Relax. Enjoy. For every celebration, birthdays to weddings, holiday parties to corporate events, Cape Cod Celebrations can take care of every aspect. Whether you need a consultation to get you started or full planning services we can work with you to make sure your day is relaxing and stress free. Visit the Barn & Co./details cape cod, located at 574 Main Street, Rte 6A, Dennis for great gifts, renowned customer service and a beautiful shopping experience!
Desiree Spinner Events
919 Main Street, Osterville
508.419.7449
www.desireespinnerevents.com
Desiree Spinner Events is an event planning and styling boutique in New England, specializing in elegant and whimsical soirees. DSE will transform a backyard or elegant ballroom into an unforgettable and authentic occasion.
Music
Absolutely Music – Four Guys in Tuxes
Locations in Boston, Cape Cod,
and Newport, RI
BOSTON 617.482.3234
CAPE COD 508.457.1583
NEWPORT 401.847.4416
www.fourguysintuxes.com
Live music: Soloists to Ten-Pieces, playing Swing, Society, and Classic Rock for Listening or Dancing. Corporate, Private, Political, and Charitable events, and WEDDINGS ARE A SPECIALTY! Fund-raising experts.
Catering
Mac’s Parties & Provisions
95 Commercial Street, Suite 201
Wellfleet
508.214.3290
www.macsseafood.com
Mac’s Parties & Provisions prepares your selections with attention to freshness, quality and taste. Trusted relationships with other businesses enable us to provided preferred site locations, tent and party rentals, flowers, cakes and more. We have made an investment in our community and it shows. Trust, friendship and experience are the foundation of our success. Contact us at catering@macsseafood.com
Health, Beauty & Fitness
Bellisimo Hair-Nails-Skin
479 Bearses Way, Hyannis
508.778.2340
www.bellisimocapecod.com
We are Cape Cod’s premiere full service Hair Studio. Featured in several publications, our courteous and professional staff has served Cape Cod women for over five years with results worth boasting about. Come spend a day with us and experience a younger more vibrant you. Bridal packages available.
Cranberry Nails Spa
704 Main Street, Falmouth
508.495.9999
www.cranberrynailspa.com
The royal treatment a Bride deserves featuring acrylic, solar nails, pink & white gel, liquid gel (IBD), Axxium soak-off lacquer-gelac (OPI, CND), Cranberry Spa hot stone manicures and hot stone pedicures. Gift certificates available. After 6:00 p.m. private party, wedding, birthday, girls get-together, reunion.
Laser Aesthetics–Cape Cod Internal Medicine
35 Cedar Street, Hyannis
508.778.6363
www.laseraestheticscapecod.com
Offers the latest in anti-aging services. They provide non-invasive laser treatments for fine lines and wrinkles, skin tightening, removal of sunspots and spider veins and laser hair removal for all skin types. Laser Aesthetics also specializes in Botox and dermal filler procedures, corrective facial peels for glowing skin along with professional skin care products to help you look your best!
Venues
Belfry Inne & Bistro
8 Jarves Street, Sandwich Village
508.888.8550
www.belfryinn.com
Belfry Inne & Bistro is the ideal place for Cape Cod weddings, receptions and rehearsal dinners. Weddings are the Inne’s crowning achievements. Any season, the amalgam of its Cape Cod location, the magic of the Abbey’s soaring interface, the perfection of the chef’s cuisine, and flawless service create a nuptial event which will be long remembered by all attendees—not only the bride and groom.
Borsari Gallery
524 Main Street, Rte 6A, Dennis
508.385.3434
www.BorsariGalleryCapeCod.com
Located in historic Dennis Village, this beautifully restored barn provides a truly amazing setting. The exceptional art and lighting serves as a stunning backdrop for your wedding, rehearsal dinner or private party. Additionally, we host Afternoon Tea, Tea Showers for Brides or Expecting Moms. There is always something memorable occurring at Borsari Gallery Cape Cod and The Village Tea Room.
Nauticus Marina, Inc.
339 West Bay Road, Osterville
508.428.4537
www.nauticusmarina.com
Nauticus Marina is a premier waterfront venue on Cape Cod. We are open year-round and offer a wide variety of function possibilities. Whether you are planning a small, intimate gathering in the Lighthouse or an extravagant tented wedding on the Marina grounds, we will work with you to make your special event a success.
Sea Crest Beach Hotel
350 Quaker Road (Old Silver Beach)
Falmouth
508.540.9400
www.seacrest-resort.com
Sea Crest Beach Hotel offers warm ocean waves at your wedding celebration, on the most coveted white sands of Cape Cod. Indoors or out, your wedding and reception receive brilliant views-and so do guests-from Ocean Front balconies and patios. Catering is polished, whether formally served or with coastal flair. We look forward to your call.
The Nimrod Restaurant
100 Dillingham Avenue, Falmouth
508.540.4132
www.thenimrod.com
Jim and Gwyn Murray have created a restaurant where unforgettable evenings are made. This charming, historical landmark enjoys the finest reputation for romantic candlelight dining, live jazz, and sophisticated nightlife as well as the perfect setting for rehearsal dinners, bridal parties and weddings. Highly recommended by Falmouth’s finest B&B’s and hotels as an establishment of consistently extraordinary cuisine. Open year round.
The Old Yarmouth Inn
223 Route 6A, Yarmouthport
508.362.9962
www.oldyarmouthinn.com
The Old Yarmouth Inn offers brides and grooms an alternative to the traditional banquet room. Our elegant wedding service will impress your guests and delight even the most discriminating palate! We offer two complete choices of menu — the Signature Wedding Buffet Menu features some of the Inn’s most unique and popular menu creations, and the Classic Wedding Menu offers a distinctive 5-course meal with hearty, creative entrées from seafood to prime beef.
The Wequassett Resort and Golf Club
On Pleasant Bay, Chatham
508.432.5400
www.wequassett.com
With spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean from every angle, and just steps away from sparkling ocean water, the Wequassett Resort and Golf Club is a perfect choice for any bride who enjoys romance and tranquility. Enjoy an outdoor wedding on the seaside lawn and flower garden, and sip cocktails on the terrace, which looks out over Round Cove.
Gifts
Neutral Territory
3179 Main Street, Barnstable
508.744.7145
Neutral Territory Design is Cape Cod’s newest shop offering furnishings, accessories, lamps, grass rugs and unique one of a kind wedding gifts to please any Bride. Custom wedding toppers, serving platters and more created by local artist, Holly Heaslip. Beautiful throws made of organic cotton, baby alpaca and silks. Always a full line of Beatriz Ball Fine Metalware Made by Hand, all the rage with today’s Bride.
Stage Stop Candy
411 Main Street, Rte 28, Dennis Port
508.394.1791
www.stagestopcandy.com
Ray and Donna Hebert of Stage Stop Candy offer the widest selection of personalized boxes and molded whimsical seashore, nautical and wedding favors. Boxes can be filled with our unique original cranberry cordials, truffles, and trifles in your choice of milk or dark chocolate. Call for an appointment for better individual attention. Most orders can be filled
in about 2 weeks.
The Spotted Cod
153 Main Street, Sandwich Village
508.888.8263
Whether you are looking for a silk wedding album, Beatriz Ball serving piece, beautiful glass, custom mirror, or an elegant mohair throw, The Spotted Cod in Sandwich will be your destination to assist you with all your bridal needs. Timeless, traditional as well as unique wedding gifts to celebrate and commemorate that special day…Tradition with a twist…Winter Hours: Thursday-Saturday 10-4
Unique Boutique
20 North Street, Mashpee Commons
Mashpee
508.477.3900
www.uniqueboutiquejewelry.net
For women who love glamour, Unique Boutique offers a dazzling selection of handcrafted jewelry in sterling silver,
14 and 18k gold, with precious gems, mabe pearls and diamonds! Lovely leather bags and silk shawls in an array of colors complete your look. Choose from our three locations: Cape Cod, MA or Delray Beach and Naples, FL
Invitations
Splash Stationers
18 Jarves Street, Sandwich Village
774.413.8566
www.facebook.com/splashstationers
Enjoy a unique and creative process when planning your wedding. From the invitation, to the ceremony booklet and reception table, your vision is realized with the assistance of a professional graphic designer. Choose some of our own designs or create your own. Visit our delightful retail shop; we are here to assist you. Make a Splash! Shop the classic and the unexpected!
