Each Bride has a unique vision for the innumerable details that converge to create her wedding. From the flowing gown that falls just right and the luscious frosting on a delectable cake to dancing to the rhythms of an upbeat band to one-of-a kind keepsake photos, it takes a team of connoisseurs to orchestrate the big day. Now thousands of newlyweds are giving kudos to the experts who brought their visions to life, casting their votes to recognize the state’s most talented wedding professionals in Minnesota Bride’s Best of 2014.
BEST TRANSPORTATION
The winner is: Renee’s Royal Valet
BEST PHOTOGRAPHY
The winner is: Graddy Photography
BEST FLORIST
The winner is: Munster Rose
BEST CEREMONY VENUE
The winner is: The Carlson Towers Rotunda & Amphitheatre
BEST BAND
The winner is: Synergy
BEST REHEARSAL DINNER
The winner is: Buca di Beppo
BEST CAKE
The winner is: Buttercream
BEST RENTAL AND DÉCOR
The winner is: Linen Effects
BEST WEDDING-NIGHT HOTEL
The winner is: The Saint Paul Hotel
BEST LUXURY BRIDAL GOWNS (more than $2,000)
The winner is: Bridal Accents Couture
BEST INDOOR RECEPTION SITE
The winner is: Aria
BEST ALTERATIONS
The winner is: Amy Jane Studio
BEST CUSTOM DRESSMAKER
The winner is: Tara LaTour
BEST BRIDAL GOWNS ON A BUDGET (less than $2,000)
The winner is: The Wedding Shoppe
BEST JEWELER
The winner is: Continental Diamond
BEST CEREMONY MUSIC
The winner is: Four Voices String Quartet
BEST CALLIGRAPHY
The winner is: Rosann Konieczny Calligrapher
BEST OUTDOOR RECEPTION SITE
The winner is: Nicollet Island Pavilion
BEST VIDEOGRAPHER
The winner is: Story of Us Films
BEST CATERER FOR A LARGE WEDDING (more than 200 guests)
The winner is: D’Amico Catering
BEST ATTENDANT DRESSES
The winner is: Flutter
BEST HAIR AND MAKEUP
The winner is: Brett Dorrian Artistry Studios
BEST INVITATIONS
The winner is: Gretchen Berry Design Co.
BEST PHOTO BOOTH
The winner is: The Traveling Photo Booth
BEST MOTHER-OF-THE-BRIDE APPAREL
The winner is: DUGO
BEST REGISTRY
The winner is: Target
BEST CATERER FOR A SMALL WEDDING (fewer than 200 guests)
The winner is: Chowgirls Killer Catering
BEST SPA FOR THE BRIDAL PARTY
The winner is: Spalon Montage
BEST ACCESSORIES
The winner is: Che Bella
BEST HOTEL FOR GUESTS
The winner is: Graves 601
BEST FORMAL WEAR
The winner is: Savvi Formalwear
BEST DJ
The winner is: Instant Request DJ Entertainment
BEST OFFICIANT
The winner is: Minnesota Officiants
BEST DANCE INSTRUCTION
The winner is: Arthur Murray Dance Studio
BEST FAVORS
The winner is: Gateaux
BEST HONEYMOON IN MINNESOTA
The winner is: Grand View Lodge
BEST TRAVEL AGENCY
The winner is: AAA
BEST PLANNER
The winner is: Mother of the Bride
TOP OF THE TIARA: ALL-AROUND BEST WEDDING VENDOR
The winner is: Graddy Photography