Last night, MN Bride held their 7th Annual Best of Awards at the BeAuTiful Varsity Theater in Dinkytown.
It was incredible. We caught up with old friends, drank & ate our hearts out. The Traveling Photo Booth even went home with the Best Of Award for Best Overall Wedding Provider!
Being nominated is no small feet as MN Bride received over 4,000 online ballots from brides & grooms planning the biggest day of their lives.
Lots of our good friends were nominated and a lot of them won.
Below are the nominees and winners. Congrats to all!
2009 MN Bride Best of Nominees
Bold = Winner
Best Reception Site (Under 100 guests)
The finalists are: The Carlson Towers Rotunda, James J. Hill Library, Semple Mansion
Best Outdoor Reception Site
The finalists are: The Carlson Towers Rotunda, Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, Nicollet Island Pavilion
Best Rehearsal Dinner Venue
The finalists are: Al & Alma’s Charter Boat Cruises, Buca di Beppo, Loring Pasta Bar
Best Boutique Registry
The finalists are: Ampersand, Cooks of Crocus Hill, Five Swans
Best Florist
The finalists are: Floral Logic, Flora Bella Studio, Wisteria Design Studio
Best Caterer (Over 100 guests)
The finalists are: Bon Appétit, Chowgirls Killer Catering, D'Amico Catering
Best Valet
The finalists are: Class A Valet, Renee's Royal Valet, Traditions
Best Custom Dressmaker
The finalists are: Carmelle Elizabeth, Joynoelle, The Dressmaker
Best Attendant Dresses
The finalists are: David’s Bridal, Flutter Boutique, The Wedding Shoppe
Best Accessories
The finalists are: Brides of France, Che Bella, Grace Bridal Boutique
Best Minnesota Honeymoon
The finalists are: Bluefin Bay, Lutsen Resort, Superior Shores
Best Travel Agency
The finalists are: Hobbit Travel, Macy’s Travel, Travel Leaders
Best Rental & Décor
The finalists are: Après Party & Tent Rental, Linen Effects, Midway Party Rental
Best Mother-of-the-Bride Apparel
The finalists are: Dugo, Macy's, Nordstrom
Best Videographer
The finalists are: Capture Studios, Princess Bride Cinematic Videography, United Video
Best Alterations
The finalists are: The Dressmaker, Louise Kegley, Mary Kay Bridal
Best Caterer (Under 100 guests)
The finalists are: D’Amico Catering, Chowgirls Killer Catering, We Cater to You
Best Cake
The finalists are: Buttercream, Gateaux, Inc., Queen of Cakes
Best Photography
The finalists are: Sewell Photography, Studio 306, Vick Photography
Best Planner
The finalists are: Ambiente Weddings & Event Planning, Mi Mi Design, Mother of the Bride Wedding Design & Coordinating Services
Best Formalwear
The finalists are: Heimie's Haberdashery, Savvi, Men’s Wearhouse
Best Talent Agency
The finalists are: Bellagala, Macken Music, Musicians Unlimited
Best Ceremony Music
The finalists are: Birchwood String Quartet, Four Voices String Quartet, The Baroque Trio
Best Invitations
The finalists are: Epitome Papers, Give My Regards To..., Watermark Stationery
Best Bridal Gowns
The finalists are: l'atelier couture, Monique Lhuillier, The Wedding Shoppe
Best Hotel for Guests
The finalists are: Graves 601 Hotel, Saint Paul Hotel, Radisson Plaza Hotel Minneapolis
Best Officiant
The finalists are: Judge Thomas G. Armstrong, Pastor Kurt Kalland, Rev. Tomkin Coleman
Best Reception site (Over 100 guests)
The finalists are: The Carlson Towers Rotunda, Nicollet Island Pavilion, Semple Mansion,
Best Band
The finalists are: Bellagala Big Band, The Sevilles, Synergy
Best Ceremony Site
The finalists are: Basilica of Saint Mary, The Carlson Towers Rotunda, Semple Mansion
Best Jeweler
The finalists are: Continental Diamond, Shane Co., Tiffany & Co.
Best Spa
The finalists are: Ivy Spa Club, Juut Salonspa, Spalon Montage
Best DJ
The finalists are: Adagio Entertainment, Bill Herman Entertainment, Instant Request Disc Jockey Entertainment
Best Transportation
The finalists are: Eclipse Transportation, Renee’s Royal Valet, Twin City Trolleys
Best Favors
The finalists are: Che Bella, Gateaux Inc., The Traveling Photo Booth
Best Hair/Makeup
The finalists are: Emily J. Hair + Makeup, Juut Salonspa, Smart and Chic Bride
Best Attendant Gifts
The finalists are: Che Bella, Patina, Tiffany & Co.
Best Wedding-Night Hotel
The finalists are: Graves 601 Hotel, Saint Paul Hotel, W Minneapolis–The Foshay
Best Calligrapher
The finalists are: Crystal Kluge, Kathy Moon at Epitome Papers, Rosann Konieczny
Best Dance Instructor
The finalists are: Arthur Murray, Jeff Halverson, Sondra Chan at My Wedding Dance
Top of the Tiara
The finalists are: Epitome Papers, Gateaux Inc., The Traveling Photo Booth
