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Local Cake Artist Erin Salerno Finds Her Sweet Spot

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Local cake artist Erin Salerno finds her sweet spot

Dreams come true in bizarre ways sometimes. Five years ago, Erin Salerno was watching “Ace of Cakes” on television when she turned to her husband and said, “I want to do that!” So, she went out and applied for an internship. “I started out as an intern at Elizabeth̵...

Luxe Cufflinks, Straight From Milwaukee

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Luxe cufflinks, straight from Milwaukee

Maybe you don’t associate upscale men’s jewelry and Milwaukee. But if you think about it, it’s really not all that much of a stretch. Milwaukee’s tradition of craftsmanship is nothing new; it was once known as “the machine shop to the world.” So shrinking a machin...

She Said Yes Provides Space For Weddings, Showers

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She Said Yes provides space for weddings, showers

Mimi Wilson was always planning events for friends and family members, so a few years ago, she decided to start doing it professionally. After planning numerous weddings, she realized that a lot of couples wanted to get married in a space that was somewhere between a big church wedding and a no-fril...

Wedding Diary: Tiffany's Countdown

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Wedding Diary: Tiffany’s countdown

It seems so surreal: 10 days to go before I’ll be walking down the aisle and saying “I do.” After months and months of planning, that day is finally almost here!

Yea Or Nay: Wedding Gift Openings

Ellie Martin Cliffe

Yea or nay: wedding gift openings

I might be a bad sport: Today, when a friend brought up her newlywed sister’s gift-opening, I cringed. Not because I hate opening gifts or anything, but because on the day after my wedding, I just wanted to relax with my new husband.

Parkside Wedding Chapel Provides A Plethora Of Services

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Parkside Wedding Chapel provides a plethora of services

A roadside wedding chapel is something you’d imagine seeing on the Vegas strip, not on Forest Home Avenue in Greenfield, but lo and behold, such a place exists. Parkside Wedding Chapel, 9008 W. Forest Home Ave., has been around for five years and it’s truly a labor of love for owners Jef...

Save The Date: Thursday, September 20

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Save the date: Thursday, September 20

Slip on some comfy shoes and join local wedding pros for a different kind of wedding event: the Whitefish Bay Bridal Walk. From 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 20, meet and greet photographers, florists, caterers, registry experts and more while you’re strolling down Silver Spring Drive. We talke...

With Precision And Posture, CoreAlign Corrects Imbalances In Mind And Body

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With precision and posture, CoreAlign corrects imbalances in mind and body

After struggling to perform even the simplest exercise in the CoreAlign program, basically standing up straight, I quickly realized this new form of training was as difficult to execute as it is to explain. The goal is to develop harmonious movement, and my body hit all the wrong notes. Patty McNich...

Shutterbox Focuses On Picture-perfect Events

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Shutterbox focuses on picture-perfect events

Shutterbox Photobooth is a company that provides photo booth rentals and staff for events, such as weddings, corporate conventions and company holidays, trade shows and festivals – for starters. Brandon Bieber doesn’t see any limit to the possibilities of his service. Shutterbox was star...

Engaged Milwaukee Coming Wednesday!

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Engaged Milwaukee coming Wednesday!

Good news for local couples! It’s easier than ever to pick up loads of wedding inspiration Wednesday, June 6, at Engaged Milwaukee, a wedding show at the beautiful Pritzlaff Building in the Third Ward (where you could host your wedding, if you wish). From 4 to 9 p.m., you’ll meet and gre...

Indie Wed: Not Your Average Bridal Show

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Indie Wed: not your average bridal show

Clear your schedule for May 10, ladies and gentlemen: Indie Wed, the wedding extravaganza designed for to-be-weds who think outside the box, is coming to Milwaukee.

Confirmed: It's Legal For First Cousins To Marry In Wisconsin

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Confirmed: it’s legal for first cousins to marry in Wisconsin

The things you learn on Facebook. A few weeks ago, I posted a story about wedding officiants in Milwaukee and interviewed Judge Derek Mosley. He was already a Facebook friend of mine and I have often enjoyed his posts. Today’s post, however, was my all-time favorite. Mosely, who is Chief Judge...

Art In Bloom Is Pure Wedding Inspiration

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Art in Bloom is pure wedding inspiration

Looking for something to do this weekend? Take care of some wedding planning and get a solid hit of culture at the Milwaukee Art Museum, where 2012’s Art in Bloom is in full swing.

New Type Of "wedding Show" Coming To Third Ward

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New type of “wedding show” coming to Third Ward

Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward neighborhood introduces a new type of wedding show on Saturday, Feb. 25. It’s called “Weddings in the Ward,” and instead of the typical booths in a convention center wedding show it’s a one-stop-shop walking tour that features spec...

Milwaukee's Best Brew Pub/microbrewery, 2012: Lakefront Palm Garden

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Milwaukee’s best brew pub/microbrewery, 2012: Lakefront Palm Garden

“Bar Month” at OnMilwaukee.com – brought to you by Hornitos, OR-G, Party Armor, Red Stag, Absolut, Fireball and Malibu – is back for another round! The whole month of February, we’re serving up intoxicatingly fun articles on bars and clubs – including guides, the ...

The Reuben That Rules Waukesha

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The reuben that rules Waukesha

During his tenure as executive chef at the Milwaukee Athletic Club, Dan Strackbein took some continuing education courses at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. The dining delights of New York City were within reach down the Hudson River, and he did some exploring. That ...

Bombshell Brings "blow-out" Bar Concept To Brady Street

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Bombshell brings “blow-out” bar concept to Brady Street

Next Thursday, Jessica V will quietly open Bombshell, a hair and make-up boutique featuring a “blow-out” bar, at 1224 E. Brady St., in the former Chartreuse space. Jessica plans to host a grand opening party the first weekend in January. Jessica’s vision for her new venture is to o...

Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I submit my wedding or engagement photos? We’re always looking for new couples to feature in our Look Books! Just shoot us an email that includes these details: the couple’s first names where the wedding/engagement session took place the date and the photographer’s name your name and business...