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Style Architects
Outstanding Event DecorJudges' Choice: Style ArchitectsPeople's Choice: Festivities
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Spark Letterpress
Outstanding InvitationsJudges' Choice: Spark LetterpressPeople's Choice: Printerette Press
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l'atelier couture
Outstanding Bridal Salon ExperienceJudges' Choice: l'atelier couturePeople's Choice: a&be bridal shop
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Rosetree Weddings
Outstanding Wedding Design and PlanningJudges' Choice: Rosetree WeddingsPeople's Choice: Style Architects
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Renee's Royal Valet
Outstanding TransportationJudges' Choice: Renee's Royal ValetPeople's Choice: Renee's Royal Valet
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Brett Dorrian
Outstanding Wedding Day Hair and MakeupJudges' Choice: Brett DorrianPeople's Choice: Brett Dorrian Artistry Studios
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Jeff Loves Jessica
Outstanding PhotographyJudges' Choice: Jeff Loves JessicaPeople's Choice: Jeannine Marie Photography
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Munster Rose
Outstanding Floral DesignJudges' Choice: Munster RosePeople's Choice: Munster Rose
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Synergy
Outstanding Musical EntertainmentJudges' Choice: SynergyPeople's Choice: Adajio Djay Entertainment
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Bella Bridesmaids
Outstanding Bridesmaid ApparelJudges' Choice: Bella BridesmaidsPeople's Choice: Bella Bridesmaids
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The Minneapolis Club
Outstanding Rehearsal/Event VenueJudges' Choice: The Minneapolis ClubPeople's Choice: Pine Peaks Event Center
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Amazing Alterations
Outstanding Bridal AlterationsJudges' Choice: Amazing AlterationsPeople's Choice: Amazing Alterations
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Angel Food Bakery
Outstanding Cake and Dessert DesignJudges' Choice: Angel Food BakeryPeople's Choice: Angel Food Bakery
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Sky Focus Films
Outstanding VideographyJudges' Choice: Sky Focus FilmsPeople's Choice: Sky Focus Films
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Wixon Jewelers
Outstanding Wedding JewelryJudges' Choice: Wixon JewelersPeople's Choice: Wedding Day Diamonds
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The Traveling Photo Booth
Outstanding Wedding EntertainmentJudges' Choice: The Traveling Photo BoothPeople's Choice: The Traveling Photo Booth
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Wedding Gown Care Specialist
Outstanding Bridal PreservationJudges' Choice: Wedding Gown Care SpecialistPeople's Choice: Treasured Garment Restoration
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Savvi Formalwear
Outstanding FormalwearJudges' Choice: Savvi FormalwearPeople's Choice: Savvi Formalwear
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Common Roots Catering
Outstanding CateringJudges' Choice: Common Roots CateringPeople's Choice: Premier Catering and Event Planning
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Real Wedding of the Year 2015
Real Wedding of the YearCharlene and Adam Wick
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Adajio Djay Entertainment
People's Choice Vendor of the YearAdagio Djay Entertainment
Event Décor
This event-planning agency is singularly focused on conveying its couples' styles in a timeless manner. From chandelier gobos in a dramatic space to black and white stripes carried through to the dance floor, its portfolio of options wowed our judges to to end. "Their on-trend, beautiful decor shows that these pros are experts in their field," raved one judge. 219 N. 2nd St., Ste. 304, Mpls., 612-326-9020, style-architects.com
People’s Choice: Festivities
Invitations
The goal of nationally recognized Spark Letterpress is to make your wedding design feel cohesive. Its designers believe paper goods should enhance a couple’s wedding style and fit seamlessly with other key elements of the day. Our judges appreciated the depth of Spark’s invitation suites and praised its impressive range of work. 1300 NE Quincy St., Mpls., 612-294-9554, sparkletterpress.com
People’s Choice: Printerette Press
Bridal Salon Experience
This “uniquely beautiful and industrial-chic” boutique caught the eye of every member of our panel. Its assortment of top-of-theline designers and extra benefits—such as its White Glove Service, where brides can rent out the boutique—are obvious reasons why owner Amanda Kautt’s space deserves top honors. 219 N. 2nd St., Mpls., 612-367-8120, lateliercouturebridal.com
People’s Choice: a&bé bridal shop
Design and Planning
Every couple hopes for an easy, breezy relationship with their planner. At Rosetree Weddings & Events, the staff’s approachable and friendly demeanor makes couples feel like their best friend just planned their day. “Having fun and being easy to work with is huge,” said one judge. “What’s the point in planning a wedding if your planner stresses you out?” 201 Hennepin Ave. E., Ste. 203, Mpls., 612-919-4431, rosetreeevents.com
People’s Choice: Style Architects
Transportation
Renee’s Royal Valet has been the preferred local wedding transportation specialist since 1992, so it’s easy to understand why our judges selected it as this year’s winner. The prestigious company’s assortment of limos, coaches, and trolleys allows couples to choose which mode of transport they like best, and couples know they can rely on a timely (and fun) ride to and from their big day. 12813 Industrial Park Blvd., Plymouth, 612-900-6991, reneeslimousines.com
People’s Choice: Renee's Royal Valet
Hair & Makeup
Brett Dorrian Artistry Studios
If it’s the crème de la crème in wedding-day hair and makeup you seek, our judges suggest you look no further than Brett Dorrian Artistry Studios. Its talented team of creatives knows that a bridal look should be a carefully crafted design that enhances the bride’s natural beauty and matches her vision for her wedding, all while providing the upper echelon of attentiveness and perfection that every bride wants and deserves. 1595 Selby Ave., Ste. 100, St. Paul, 651-253-3559, brettdorrian.com
People’s Choice: Brett Dorrian Artistry Studios
Photography
Repeat winner Jeff Loves Jessica once again wowed our judges with the simple and organic style of its images. One judge couldn’t help but comment on the “passion, creativity, and dedication” displayed within its breathtaking array of photos, while another noted that the obvious chemistry of this husband-and-wife team shows in their work. 952-452-4471, jefflovesjessica.com
People’s Choice: Jeannine Marie Photography
Floral Design
The “of-the-moment” bouquets that owner Jackie Reisenauer presented to the judges rendered them nearly speechless. “They have loads of taste and obviously know how to style with flowers,” raved one judge. “Their winning social media presence didn’t hurt, either,” added another. 550 Vandalia St., St. Paul, 651-797-4830, munsterrose.com
People’s Choice: Munster Rose
Musical Entertainment
The judges were floored by the “loads of talent and range of live performance” that local staple Synergy brings to the dance floor. The band, which has been together for more than 20 years, knows how to get your guests moving, offering everything from Sinatra to Lady Gaga. 952-926-9927, synergy-dwmusic.com
People’s Choice: Adagio Djay Entertainment
Bridesmaid Apparel
Finding a bridesmaid dress that your ladies will love is sometimes harder than selecting your own gown. Our judges agreed that you “can’t beat Bella’s selection of top designers and new styles,” all pulled together by owner Briana Griffiths in her Excelsior boutique. Plus, its national presence makes shopping with your out-of-town bridesmaids a breeze. 276 Water St., Ste. 200, Excelsior, 952-474-5086, bellabridesmaids.com
People’s Choice: Bella Bridesmaids
Rehearsal/Event Venue
“This place is beautiful!” gushed one judge. The elegant setting of The Minneapolis Club provides the perfect backdrop for Twin Cities couples looking to tie the knot in style. “It’s a slam dunk!” said another. 729 2nd Ave. S., Mpls., 612-332-2292, mplsclub.org
People’s Choice: Pine Peaks Event Center
Bridal Alterations
Finding your dream dress is one thing; making it fit is another. Our judges were impressed with the way these talented seamstresses tailor your dress to fit like it was made for you. “They are more like dress designers than simply tailors,” one raved. Send them a picture from your day and you just may make their “Happily Ever After” wall of fame. 2665 4th Ave. N., Ste. 29, Anoka, 763-432-5243 amazingalterations.com
People’s Choice: Amazing Alterations
Cake and Dessert Design
Angel Food Bakery’s dessert spread caught the eyes (and stomachs) of our panel. “The creations are on trend with the desserts that brides are asking for now,” said one judge. “Naked cakes, donut bars, etc.” Owner Katy Gerdes works closely with each couple to customize dessert offerings that fit the personality of the wedding and the personal taste preferences of the couple. “Their creations are beautiful yet appetizing,” added another judge. 86 S. 9th St., Mpls., 612-238-1435, angelfoodmn.com
People’s Choice: Angel Food Bakery
Videography
Our panel of judges was entranced by the moving film Sky Focus submitted. “It’s evident that they understand their medium,” said one judge, while another commented on this videographer’s outstanding ability to “create a piece of art that reflects your day. Excellent work.” 303-887-9780, skyfocusfilms.com
People’s Choice: Sky Focus Films
Jewelry
The pros at Wixon know that a woman’s engagement ring is one of her most cherished pieces of jewelry, so they make it their job to provide the finest quality of diamonds and settings available. Our judges agreed that “their attention to detail seems second to none.” 9955 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls., 952-881-8862, wixonjewelers.com
People’s Choice: Wedding Day Diamonds
Entertainment
A photo booth isn’t just a photo booth, thanks to these forward-thinking pros. ”Their apps and tech knowledge make them an obvious winner,” said one judge. “The variety of technology available was convincing,” added another. From its real-time social media sharing and hashtag integration to animated GIF creation and on-site reprints, these entertainers will keep your guests happy all night long. 916 26th Ave. NE, Mpls., 612-605-9203, thetravelingphotobooth.com
People’s Choice: The Traveling Photo Booth
Bridal Preservation
With the careful thought and consideration you put into choosing your gown, equal care should go toward making sure it lasts a lifetime. Wedding Gown Care Specialist works exclusively with wedding gowns, so your pro is no stranger to lace, tulle, and champagne spills. 9424 36th Ave. N., New Hope, 763-588-8030, weddinggowncarespecialist.com
People’s Choice: Treasured Garment Restoration
Formalwear
As grooms continue to push the envelope with their aisle style, our judges were drawn to the plethora of options available at Savvi Formalwear. “They’re industry experts and they have a variety of top designers,” recounted one judge. Plus, with more than 400 stores nationwide, out-of-town fittings are easier than ever. Several metro locations, savviminnesota.com
People’s Choice: Savvi Formalwear
Catering
Common Roots Catering was founded to create food with local character worthy of any celebration. This commitment to support sustainable farmers appealed to our panel of judges. “Their focus on food and local sourcing makes them sound more like a quality restaurant than a caterer,“ said one judge. “They look the most current with what today’s bride wants,” said another. 2558 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls., 612-871-2360, commonrootscatering.com
People’s Choice: Premier Catering and Event Planning
Wedding of the Year
Charlene and Adam Wick
When Adam and Charlene Wick tied the knot in front of family and friends on August 8, 2015, they wanted to make the event as intimate as possible. Because the ceremony was outdoors—a nod to their love of fishing and camping—they positioned the chairs in the shape of a circle so they were surrounded by their guests’ well wishes. “The bride was really about bringing people together,” said one judge. But it was the thoughtful details captured by Jeannine Marie Photography that really won the hearts of our panel. The bride said her vows to her husband’s son so he knew she was dedicated to uniting them as a family, a gesture her stepfather had done with her years before. She also displayed the handmade wedding dress of the groom’s mother, who had passed away seven years prior. “These meaningful details really enhanced the visual beauty,” added a judge. “Everything she did was heartfelt, and that’s why she’s a winner in my book,” said another.
Vendor of the Year
For the second year in a row, Adagio Djay Entertainment takes home the prestigious title of People’s Choice Vendor of the Year. The music masters offer an extensive library of selections, from early ’20s jazz to today’s current hits. They’re known for their extraordinary disc jockey services, but these pros also offer mood lighting, screen rentals, dance lessons, videography, and many other wedding services, making them a go-to resource in the Twin Cities. With Adagio leading the party, you’re sure to throw a reception your guests won’t soon forget. 800-861-3691, adagiodj.com