Ritz-Carlton Weddings - July 2014 - (Page 54)

Ready, Set, Wed specialty touches and chic treatments make prepping for your event a party of its own. by ivette manners hosting a ceremony and reception that feel as fuss-free as they are fabulous is one thing. Now, brides want the events leading up to the "I do's" to be just as fun and uncomplicated. It sounds like a tall order, but your venue can help create a memorable fête right from the start. Here, a roundup of some of our favorite ideas. A s Yo u W i s h Wedding experts at all Ritz-Carlton hotels assist couples in orchestrating their event, but The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua goes a step further with Maui's only full-time wedding concierge. While the wedding manager and wedding assistant work with the couple and vendors to plan the event, the wedding concierge handles smaller, unique details, such as arranging hula classes and double-checking that everything has been set up properly on-site. "Couples now have many custom ideas for making their wedding original," says Frances Liu, creative director of Charmed Events Group. "Working with a venue that is equally excited about personalizing the celebration makes that vision come to life." P R i m P i n g A n d PA m P e R i n g Your wedding is one time when you want to look and feel your best, and many couples rely on spas for exciting group options. Look for bridalspecific treatments, such as a spa party the night before the nuptials or collagen-rich facials for the bride. Take advantage of salons to have your and your bridesmaids' hair and nails done, or 54 w e d d i n g s b y t h e r i t z - c a r lt o n

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Ritz-Carlton Weddings - July 2014

Ritz-Carlton Weddings - July 2014
Contents
Memories
Trends
Dispatch
Beauty
Swept Away
The Main Event
Ready, Set, Wed
Picture Perfect
Princess Bride
Their Own World
Love by the Park
Honeymoons
Expert Advice

Ritz-Carlton Weddings - July 2014