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PHOTOGRAPHY

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deborah-coleman-photographyDeborah Coleman Photography
Oakland, CA
925.408.9179
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www.colemanfoto.com
Deborah Coleman is a professional photojournalist, and has worked in the industry for over a decade. Prior to becoming a wedding photographer, she was posted in the White House during the Clinton administration, and worked as a newspaper photographer in Florida, Texas and California. The San Francisco Bay Area is home, but she travels all over the world on assignment. Deborah approaches weddings with a photojournalistic style, while using light, color, and her artistic eye to capture and transform moments into memories.

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ashley-batz-photographyAshley Batz Photography
415-515-6286
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www.ashleybatz.com
Ashley Batz is a professional photographer in the San Francisco Bay Area. She has loved photography from a very young age, and has pursued it as a passion every since she picked up a camera. Taking classes in photography throughout high school in Marin County, at college at Santa Clara University, and working for various photographers, Ashley knew more and more that this was something she wanted to do for a career. Upon graduating from Santa Clara University with a degree in both Art History and Italian Studies, she immediately sought a career in photography and has never looked back. As a wedding photographer, Ashley creates a comfortable, candid atmosphere where the couple and the guests can be themselves, allowing for their true selves to shine through in the images. She is in love with love, and often tears up at the weddings she attends. She loves to know each couple's story and works to create unique imagery to each event.

christina-richards-weddingsChristina Richards Weddings
San Francisco Bay Area
978-590-9291
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http://www.christinarichardsweddings.com
Christina Richards was born and raised in Massachusetts and studied photography at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Christina's photography is inspired by people, emotions, light, and color. She is happiest when she can blend into the background and unobtrusively document everything from the small details to the big heartfelt moments. Christina aspires to artfully and genuinely tell the story of your day.

Chris Sommers Photo
1498 Vallejo #4
San Francisco, CA 94109
415.225.531
www.chrissommersphoto.com

IQphoto
1941 Noriega St.
San Francisco, CA 94122
415.939.5877
www.iqphoto.com

Jade Studio Productions
560 4th St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415.977.0600
www.jadestudioproductions.com

Loic Photography
1345 Cole St.
San Francisco, CA 94117
415.742.4800
www.loicphoto.com

Lisa Lefkowitz
3516 Sacramento St.
San Francisco, CA 94118
415.826.9330
www.lisalefkowitz.com

Misti Layne
411A Brannan St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415.225.1128
www.mistilayne.com




FLORISTS

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afloralAfloral.com
888-299-4100
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www.afloral.com
Afloral.com is your one stop wedding shop for realistic silk florals and designing tools. At Afloral.com we truly value our customers' opinions and use their feedback to continuously provide exceptional service and products. We offer an excellent return policy, fast response to all email questions, speedy and secure checkout, and quick shipping. Our user friendly website and commitment to outstanding customer service will provide you with a unique and carefree shopping experience that will make planning for your big day an enjoyable affair. Start saving now, shop Afloral.com

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Birch
3263 Sacramento St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.922.4724
www.birchsf.com

In Water Flowers
2132 Fillmore St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.539.1232
www.inwaterflowers.com

Nancy Liu Chin
1095 Tennessee Street
San Francisco, CA 94123
415.647.2012
www.mamcyliuchin.com
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PK Art and Floral Design
1390 Pacific Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415.292.6000
www.pkartandfloraldesign.com

Podesta Baldocchi Flowers
410 Harriet St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
415.346.1300
www.podestabaldocchiflowers.com

Rossi & Rovetti Flowers
555 California St.
San Francisco, CA 94104
415.397.5311
www.rossirovetti.com




CAKES
Beaux Gateaux Wedding Cakes
2100 Van Ness
San Francisco, CA 94109
415.831.2682
www.beauxgateaux.com

I Dream of Cake
1351 Grant Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94133
415.989.2253
www.idreamofcake.com

Jasmine Rae Bakery
1890 Bryant St.
San Francisco, CA 94110
415.621.2464
www.jasmineraebakery.com

Schubert’s Bakery
521 Clement St.
San Francisco, CA 94118
415.752.1580
www.schuberts-bakery.com

The Cake Maker
509 Laguna St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.863.6100
www.cakemaker.com




INVITATIONS
Card Girl Invitations
2001 Fillmore St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.385.4225
www.card-girl.com

H2 Cards
638 Washington St.
San Francisco, CA 94111
415.362.6888
www.h2cards.com

Hello!Lucky
977 Howard St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
415.355.0008
www.hellolucky.com

Hyegraph Invitations
888 Brannan St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
415.626.0461
www.hyegraph.com

Union Street Papery
2161 Union St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
415.563.0200
www.unionstreetpapery.com




OFFICIANTS
A Perfect Wedding Ceremony
2079 Market St.
San Francisco, CA
415.292.7672
www.aperfectweddingceremony.com

Cycles of Life
132 Graham Way, Talent, OR 97540
541.301.3616
www.cyclesoflife.biz

Golden Gate Weddings
282 Funston Ave.
San Francisco, CA
415.728.1135
www.goldengateweddings.com

Jewish and Interfaith Weddings
601 Van Ness Ave.
San Francisco, CA
415.505.1169
www.jewishinterfaithweddings.net

Minister Maggie
P.O. Box 78111
San Francisco, CA 94107
415.633.9320
www.ministermaggie.com

San Francisco Destination Weddings
Tea Garden Drive
San Francisco, CA
415.382.8494
www.sfdestinationweddings.com




CATERERS
A Black Tie Affair
161 Beacon St.
San Francisco, CA 94080
650.869.4181
www.ablacktieaffairinc.com

Balance Catering
2800 Bryant St.
San Francisco, CA 94110
415.577.3702
www.balancecatering.com

Day Darmet Catering
1068 Revere Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94124
415.671.3944
www.daydarmetcatering.com

Fork and Spoon Productions
2161 Third St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415.552.7130
www.forkandspoonproductions.com

Premier Catering
627 Vallejo St.
San Francisco, CA 94133
415.986.4710
www.premiercatering.com




RESTAURANTS
Bix Restaurant
56 Gold St.
San Francisco, CA 94133
415.433.6300
www.bixrestaurant.com

Boulevard
One Mission St.
San Francisco, CA 94105
415.543.6084
www.boulevardrestaurant.com

Frascati Restaurant
1901 Hyde St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415.928.1406
www.frascatisf.com

La Folie
2316 Polk St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415.776.5577
www.lafolie.com

Ristorante Capannina
1809 Union St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
415.409.8001
www.capanninasf.com




CEREMONY & RECEPTION VENUES

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hotel-vitaleHotel Vitale
Eight Mission Street, San Francisco, California 94105
415-278-3719
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www.hotelvitale.com
If you're ready to vow forever-till-death-do-us-part and are still searching for the perfect location, look no further than Hotel Vitale. The hip, holistic luxury hotel has both indoor and outdoor event spaces that will have guests gushing about the picturesque and elegant affair on your 10th Anniversary.

Hotel Vitale's Events Department specialists are fluent in wedding planning and will be there to take all the stress out of the day, making your only duties as the grooms  or brides to say "I do" and enjoy the party.

hornblower-cruises-and-eventsHornblower Cruises and Events
Pier 3, on the Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111
1.888.HORNBLOWER
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www.hornblower.com
Weddings with Hornblower
When it’s time to celebrate your commitment to each other, why not trade traditional venues for something extraordinary? For 30 years, Hornblower Cruises & Events has helped couples create weddings ranging from simple and sophisticated to spirited affairs for hundreds of guests. Envision a ceremony set against the San Francisco skyline. A champagne toast under the Golden Gate Bridge. An evening reception where the sunset sparkles off the Pacific Ocean as you start your life together. With Bay Area scenery as a backdrop, your special day becomes even more spectacular. Plus, extensive music, menu and decor options mean a Hornblower celebration is tailor-made to suit your style. Whether you select an antique yacht, classic paddleboat, modern catamaran or eco-friendly hybrid vessel, you’ll find just the right setting for your ceremony. Choose from affordable, all-inclusive packages that make planning a snap, or customize your celebration with the help of Hornblower’s event professionals – either way, you can expect a stress-free experience that leaves you with time to socialize and celebrate. Hornblower provides elegant alternatives for engagement parties, showers, bachelor and bachelorette nights and rehearsal dinners, as well. Begin planning your one-of-a-kind celebration today. Reach a Hornblower event planner at 415-438-8300, or visit www.hornblowerweddings.com.

Cliff House

1090 Point Lobos
San Francisco, CA 94121
415.386.3330
www.cliffhouse.com

Flood Mansion
2222 Broadway
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.563.2900
www.floodmansion.org

The Julia Morgan Ballroom
465 California St.
San Francisco, CA 94104
415.421.7730
www.juliamorganballroom.com

Waterfront Restaurant
Pier 7, on the Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94111
415.391.2696
www.waterfrontsf.com




HOTELS
Mandarin Oriental
222 Sansome St.
San Francisco, CA 94104
415.276.9304
www.mandarinoriental.com

Queen Anne Hotel
1590 Sutter St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415.441.2828
www.queenanne.com

St. Regis
125 3rd St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
415.284.4000
www.starwoodhotels.com

The Huntington Hotel
1075 California St.
San Francisco, CA 94108
415.474.5400
www.huntingtonhotel.com

The Orchard Garden Hotel
466 Bush St.
San Francisco, CA 94108
415.399.9807
www.theorchardgardenhotel.com




WEDDING PLANNERS

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a-monique-affairA Monique Affair
725 Washington Street, Suite 206 , Oakland Ca 94607
510.334.3752
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www.amoniqueaffair.com
A Monique Affair has been making a statement at weddings since 1999. Serving the greater San Francisco bay area, including the Napa Wine Country. A Monique Affair combines industry skill with imagination to bring to life the most daring design ideas. Chanda Eddens-Daniels, owner and founder of the company brings over 15 years of event design and coordination experience. Her passion for events provides her service with a strong element of professionalism. A Monique Affair has offered specialized services catering to the LGBT community since starting out in 1999. Being a member of the community herself, Chanda understands firsthand the needs of this unique niche market. A Monique Affair strives to deliver a good experience on all levels, taking into account your vendors, your guests and most importantly, you. A Monique Affair does its best to deliver your timeless dream wedding.

Dream a Little Dream Events
2001 Fillmore St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.931.8366
www.dreamalittledreamevents.com

Duncan Reyes Events by Design
583 Myra Way
San Francisco, CA 94127
415.794.4117
www.duncanreyes.com

Event Solutions
41 Shutter St.
San Francisco, CA 94104
415.816.5555
www.eventsolutions-sf.com

Organized Chaos
25 Josiah Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94112
415.337.7770
www.organizedchaosevents.com

Ribbon & Tie
272-1/2 Jersey St.
San Francisco, CA 94114
415.370.4771
www.ribbonandtie.com




RENTALS
Got Light
1970 Carroll Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94124
415.863.4300
www.got-light.com

Photoboof
498 Natoma St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
415.240.2775
www.thephotoboof.com




FASHION
Amy Kuschel
23 Grant Ave.
5th and 6th Floors
San Francisco, CA 94108
415.956.5657
www.amykuschel.com

Flair Bridesmaid Boutique
2435 Polk St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415.440.2636
www.flairbridesmaid.com

Le Jardin Custom Corsetry & Bridal Couture
321 Linden St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.431.7684
www.darkgarden.com

Sterling Bridal and Tuxedo
5540 Springdale Ave.
Pleasonton, CA 94588
925.463.9432
www.sterlingbridal.com

Trudy’s Brides and Special Occasions
1875 So. Bascom Ave.
The Pruneyard Shopping Center
Campbell, CA 95008
877.790.5864
www.trudysbrides.com

The Bella Bride
1821 Steiner St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
415.931.5492
www.thebellabride.com

The Unique Bride
1209 Howard Ave.
Burlingame, CA 94010
650.347.7001
www.uniquebride.com

The Wedding Wearhouse & Black Tie Tuxedos
905 E. Washington St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
707.769.8893
www.theweddingwearhouse.com




MUSIC, DJs & ENTERTAINMENT

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the-amazing-bottle-dancersAmazing Bottle Dancers
Nationwide
800-716-0556
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http://www.bottledancers.com
Amazing Bottle Dancers - A Great Addition to Your DJ or Band
Imagine the fun and enchantment of experiencing the wedding dance from the musical "Fiddler on the Roof" recreated at your wedding celebration. The excitement begins with the surprise entrance of our comic rabbi. His warm and friendly humor about the newlyweds, based on information that you provide, is a wonderful icebreaker. Then, our elegant dancing rabbis glide across the floor to beautiful music, balancing wine bottles atop their hats to the wonder of all. Our amazingly acrobatic performance culminates when you and your guests join our bottle dancers for a fabulous upbeat Hora, that famous circle dance that anyone can easily perform. The Amazing Bottle Dancers are a terrific addition to your DJ or Band. We've been creating magical memories for happy couples for over a decade, now it's your turn. Visit www.bottledancers.com to view our exciting videos.

scratch-weddingsScratch Weddings
Various Locations
1-866-955-8580
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www.ScratchWeddings.com
Scratch Weddings:
   - The best wedding DJs
   - The most diverse talent to fit your tastes.
   - A dedicated music manager to take care of all the details.
   - 72-Hour refund policy.
   - Top rated & award winning!

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lori-carsilloLori Carsillo, Jazz Vocalist & Ensemble
P.O. Box 225025, San Francisco, CA 94122-5025
415.289.7036
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www.loricarsillo.com/weddings
Let Lori Carsillo and her band wow your guests with the elegance of live music! Whether your occasion is an intimate affair or a large-scale gala, the music of Lori Carsillo will create a wonderful backdrop to your special day. You'll get personal attention and music played by the best professionals in the San Francisco Bay Area. Your celebration will be set apart with the swinging sounds of a live, professional band. Lori will tailor the music and band to fit your vision and bring it to life!




VIDEOGRAPHY

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suburban-videoSuburban Video Inc.
932 Hungerford Dr., Suite 1b, Rockville MD 20850
800-383-2117
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www.suburbanvideo.com
Over 25 years of International award-winning movie making. Suburban Video is known as the innovators and leaders in their industry. SV has created their team of professional degree certified associates each having one or more decades of experience within Suburban Video. Driven by passion for their craft and inspired by their couples' visions, they are recognized for their superior personal service. SV offers custom packages tailored to each couple's style and personality.  SV has a'la carte options such as multiple cameras, true HD on Blu-ray, captivating highlights films, dramatic movie trailers, signature love stories, same-day edits, engagement/proposal films, photo-video montages, projection, web casting your film, and much more. Call to see what Suburban Video can create for you and your wedding.  800.383.2117 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Check us out on You Tube http://www.youtube.com/SuburbanVideo#grid/uploads




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DESTINATION WEDDINGS

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gay-hawaii-weddingGayHawaiiWedding.com, Inc.
2703 Puuhoolai Street
800-859-0072
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http://gayhawaiiwedding.com
GayHawaiiwedding.com performs same sex weddings on the island of Maui, Hawaii. Destination Hawaii weddings are a popular choice for lesbians and gays who desire a wedding that is elegant, exotic, and affordable. Hawaii now has civil unions and your wedding will be legal. There are various locations for your wedding such as a gorgeous secluded beach, a private affordable oceanfront estate, or a church. We have performed over 4000 gay and straight weddings on Maui since 1994!

oheka-castleOHEKA CASTLE Hotel & Estate
135 West Gate Drive, Huntington, NY 11743
631-659-1402
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www.oheka.com
A ROYAL ESTATE OF AFFAIRS
Celebrating the Art of Entertaining Since 1919 - Overlooking Long Island's North Shore beckons a place and time unimaginable in today's world - OHEKA CASTLE. Once the palatial Gold Coast estate of famed financier Otto HErmann KAhn during the 1920s, OHEKA is now New York's premier wedding venue and an historic hotel boasting 32 luxurious guestrooms and suites situated on the upper floors of the estate. Host your wedding at OHEKA and experience the grandeur of an authentic castle-turrets, soaring ceilings, sparkling ballroom, sumptuous formal dining room, stately wood-paneled library, elegant wedding suite, marble fireplaces, French doors and antique furnishings. Exchange your wedding vows in OHEKA's picturesque formal gardens amidst reflecting pools, fountains, statuary, gazebo and mature arbors. Ascend the sweeping limestone staircase and greet your guests in the opulent salons once graced by heads of state, royalty and celebrities. At OHEKA, only one perfect and di  stinctive affair takes place each day, allowing you to maximize your wedding celebration while enjoying a storybook castle and its 23 magnificent private acres. Exclusive and unforgettable, from the historic estate and formal gardens to the white-glove service, European ambience, and award winning cuisine, OHEKA is one of the finest venues in the world.

* View additional photos on the Oheka Castle Hotel & Estate detail page.




GIFTS & REGISTRY

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tweedTweed Gifts & Wedding Registry
Box 125, Oldwick, New Jersey 08858
886-998-1940
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www.tweedgifts.com
The ultimate online gay and lesbian gift and wedding registry.
Whether you are in love, celebrating a long term relationship, or know someone who is, then you will find the perfect gift at the nation’s most exciting online gay and lesbian gift and wedding registry, Tweedgifts.com. Tweed has a gift for every occasion, be it a birthday, housewarming, wedding, or even the arrival of a new baby…you can find it at Tweedgifts.com. Tweed’s easy-to-use online gift registry ensures that you will receive that perfect gift, beautifully wrapped and delivered right to your doorstep. Tweed’s extensive inventory includes crystal barware and stemware; luxury linens, luggage, coffee table books, artwork and fragrances. Other items include an exclusive selection of His and His and Hers and Hers gifts. For those who are ready to say “I do”, Tweed offers a complete line of engagement, commitment and wedding rings custom designed for Tweed as well as cake toppers, crystal champagne flutes and tableware to celebrate that special occasion.

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