Gatsby-era wedding style is still popular all over the country. Lakes Region Bride gathered a group of wedding pros together to highlight the flapper style that pulls out all the stops. When we saw this gorgeous private residence we knew it was the perfect location for a day of wedding style ala flapper/Gatsby/champagne with a nod to the silent movie era. Wedding pros: Lady of the Lake fashions/jewelry; Hair Style by Jessica hair/makeup; Kim Keyes Photography; Dandelion … [Read more...]

Spice up your romance with a one night stay for two at the incredible Adventure Suites in North Conway NH and $100 in cash! The grand prize for the Sunday, Feb. 22 Lakeside Bridal Show at the Margate, Laconia, NH will be a one-night stay for two in the Adventure Suite's NY Penthouse. And...we are including $100 in cash as part of the grand prize! The NY Penthouse offers 2 person Jacuzzi, fireplace, heated floors, martini bar, putting green and private deck. Includes breakfast, unlimited movies … [Read more...]

  Katarina Reisch has a knack for taking ribbons and jewelry and creating unique, sparkling and gorgeous bouquets for brides-to-be looking for something a bit different for their wedding. Having perfected silk bouquets with vintage and costume jewelry, Katarina now offers custom bouquets for weddings and events. Got some beloved family jewelry? Katarina can add it to the custom bouquet. Visit / contact her at Ks Bouquets on Facebook!      … [Read more...]

    If you just got engaged over the holidays or have been engaged for a bit and are in the wedding planning process, plan to attend our upcoming boutique wedding shows. Start things off right at the Lakeside Bridal Show, Margate, Laconia on Sunday, Feb. 22 at noon. We'll offer some beautiful table designs by divine inspirations! (with knock-your-socks-off color choices!), floral designs, gowns galore, free updo and makeup ideas, photographers, cakes (so delicious!) and more! … [Read more...]

Brides-to-be that are knee-deep in the wedding planning process or those that are just beginning to plan will be oh so happy with the 2015 issue of Lakes Region Bride magazine. The new issue will be out in January and will feature lots of Lakes Region area venues, wedding ideas, flowers, gowns and a lot more. Watch for more in the coming weeks.                                                            J Harper Photo (above)   … [Read more...]

  Philbrick Photography The idea of a wedding in the woods has been an obsession with us for months and we invited a creative teams of top wedding professionals to bring our vision to life last summer. Everything was set but a late summer rain storm brought plans to a halt. We quickly rethought the idea and the team stepped in with some great ideas when we said, "Let's do it in November when the air is sharp, the leaves are off the trees, the sky is blustery...and let's play up the … [Read more...]

Tearyn and Jamie Date of Engagement: July 7, 2012 Date of Wedding: June 28, 2014 Images by Jordan Luciano of Anne Skidmore Photography, North Conway, NH  “I spent a lot of time planning our wedding; the last year leading up to the wedding I spent almost everyday planning and researching for the big day. Because we chose to make everything ourselves, including the invitations and all the decor, a lot of time had to go into the planning,” explains recently married Tearyn of her … [Read more...]

  Planning (or dreaming of) a White Mt. wedding? We have just the thing to make your dreams a reality - the Brides & Brunch bridal show at the beautiful White Mountain Hotel and Resort in N. Conway. The bridal show will be held on Sunday, Nov. 2 and the hotel is offering a special discounted price for brunch for show attendees. The brunch is normally $19.00 per person and show attendees can indulge in the brunch for just $15.00. After starting the day with brunch, head into the … [Read more...]

Millyard Studios photo of Bentley   A Bentley. A shiny, vintage Bentley that turns heads wherever it goes. Such a vehicle is perfect for wedding transportation and what a great just-married photo op this circa 1950s vehicle makes! The Bentley is part of the fleet of top-quality limousines and vehicles at Grace Limousine. “Oh, the Bentley, it is very loved!  If you want something unique that will make a lasting impression, go vintage,” advises Heather McKay of Grace Limousine. “You only get one … [Read more...]

Melissa and Tony Date of engagement: 11/16/13 Date of wedding: 6/28/2014 Images by Erika Follansbee Photography The lake and the beauty of summertime were high on Melissa and Tony’s must-have list as they began to plan their wedding. Plans were done long distance (the couple lives in South Carolina). Luckily, Melissa’s mother Wynette lives in NH and was a huge help in planning the lakefront wedding. Recalls Melissa, “We had to rely on my mom to do a lot of the leg work for us. She … [Read more...]