Sonia Mauseth Your Make-Up Artist

Hello Ladies! Just a note to say how much I enjoyed working with this issue of Wedding Essentials. It was easy to create our model, Marjie, with this whimsical hair and soft style of makeup. Truly, it’s the simplicity that enhances the beauty in my brides. Now for those of you who may prefer just a little more on the eyes for the fall / winter season…this is the time to amplify. Call if you’re looking for a lesson in how to create the smokey eye, flawless skin, and sexy soft tone for the lip. And of course, LASHES!! I will be hosting lessons throughout salons in NW Indiana and Chicago. Feel free to call for details. Sonia Mauseth 773.771.7523 Chicagoland / NW Indiana yourmake-upartist.com YourMake-UpArtist@hotmail.com

WEDDINGS at STAR PLAZA

A wedding at Star Plaza is truly an event. A captivating landmark property in the heart of Northwest Indiana, Star Plaza – inclusive of the Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza and famed Star Plaza Theatre – offers a sophisticated array of elegant wedding reception facilities, including two sophisticated ballrooms, accommodating up to 650 guests. Guests can feel confident and at ease in the expertise of an on-site professional team – Star Events – to oversee details surrounding everything from flowers, photography and entertainment, to customized catering and off-site diversions. From rehearsal dinner toasts to a final dance at the reception, Star Event’s expert, resourceful and hands-on planners make certain every important detail of the momentous occasion is perfection. Every need is achieved. Every want is anticipated. Star Plaza weddings are composed around client vision – and create lifelong memories. Star Plaza provides a complete package of coordination services. Star Events is prepared to handle all planning, or can simply assist in matching clients with the most talented of preferred vendors. FOOD & BEVERAGE Star Events collaborates with clients to plan a customized, innovative menu for almost any budget or number of guests. WEDDING CAKE Many Star Plaza wedding packages include a custom-made cake, specific to the size of the wedding party, which can range from two to 650 guests. Specialties such as fondant cakes can be arranged at prevailing rates. There is an additional cake-cutting fee for cakes not ordered through Star Plaza. ENTERTAINMENT Star Plaza features a list of preferred entertainers, including bands and disc jockeys, as well as classical musicians such as orchestras, harpists, flute players and violinists. Star Plaza also boasts an on-site audio visual company to handle any and all needs. PHOTOGRAPHY A variety of first-class photographers and videographers are on-call for services ranging from a one-hour photo package to a full five-hour wedding and reception. FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS From a simple bouquet and boutonniere, to lavish flowers and arrangements, Star Events works with top-notch florists to collaborate with clients in executing desired style and motif. REHEARSAL DINNER / BRUNCH Star Plaza features a variety of venues ideal for rehearsal dinners or brunches, such as an intimate private room at the property’s signature restaurant, T.J. Maloney’s Authentic Irish Pub, or a picturesque Atrium oasis with private cabanas. GUESTROOMS Discounted group rates and hotel accommodations are available for wedding guests. COMPLIMENTS The bride and groom receive one complimentary guestroom on the night of the wedding, as well as one champagne toast for all reception guests. At Star Plaza, a wedding celebration can also include a host of activities that will ensure an unforgettable stay. An abundance of on-site amenities are available on-property, such as luxurious spa services and a spectacular indoor pool area with deluxe cabanas. Meanwhile, top area attractions include Vegas-style casinos, championship golf, the breathtaking Indiana Dunes and downtown Chicago – all within 30-60 minutes of Star Plaza. Please contact Star Events Wedding Planner, Margie Cosentino at (219) 680-5103, or email at MCosentino@WhiteLodging.com, to determine specific date availability and to reserve the special day. With over 28 years of event and wedding planning experience at the property, Ms. Cosentino ensures all Star Plaza weddings are magical, memorable and utterly unmatched. Star Events Wedding Planner Margie Cosentino 219.680.5103 starplaza.com MCosentino@WhiteLodging.com

Virtuous Events

Virtuous Events, your full service event planning company, specializes in wedding and event styling. Creating unique, customized event experiences and celebrating the individual personalities our concepts are tailored for makes event design our absolute passion. To ease the hassle of finding and contracting with separate vendors, we offer a wide variety of rentals and services in-house: Custom-designed stationery and event logos, an extensive line of linens and tablescape accessories, Chiavari chairs and chair covers, fabric treatments, event lighting, in-house floral design, Albanese custom candy buffets and Dunhill Tuxedos. In addition to our service offerings, Virtuous Events also houses the VE 3 Network, comprised of our in-house network vendors. Our exclusive relationships with caterers, cake designers, photographers/videographers, hair and make-up teams and DJ companies, guarantee inside industry pricing and a level of quality and service Virtuous Events’ clients expect. As one of the premiere event planning and design companies in Indiana, we can assure a custom-designed event with planning services to fit any style and budget. Our pricing depends completely on your budget and the style of event you wish to create. We offer comprehensive event budget management and payment tracking that illustrates where each budgeted dollar should be allocated. From conception to fruition, our event team will ensure that your entire wedding is designed to be as unique as you are. Enlist our consultants to design your perfectly personalized event experience—without lifting a finger. Enjoy your professionally programmed wedding festivities while Virtuous Events coordinates the entire weekend of celebrations, from start to finish! Virtuous Events Wedding & Event Design 219.487.8888 virtuousevents.com tasharaylene@virtuousevents.com