From the cake baker to ceremony officiant to dressmaker, it takes a village to orchestrate a wedding. That's why thousands of you voted for your favorite vendors, thanking them for their continuing work.
Here are the finalists for our Best of 2016 awards. The winners will be revealed at a special celebration this summer and in our upcoming Fall/Winter issue.
Best Bridal Gowns on a Budget (Under $2,000)
Luxe Bridal
The Wedding Shoppe
Best Luxury Bridal Gowns (Over $2,000)
Best Bridesmaid Dresses
Bella Bridesmaids
The Wedding Shoppe
Best Custom Dressmaker
The Dressmaker
Joynoelle
Tara LaTour
Best Accessories
Best Mother of the Bride Apparel
dugo
Macy's
Best Alterations
Amy Jane Studio
The Dressmaker
Best Hair & Makeup
Emily J. Hair + Makeup
Best Spa for the Bridal Party
Ivy Spa Club
Juut Salonspa
Spalon Montage
Best Formalwear
Best Jeweler
Wedding Day Diamonds
Best Rehearsal Dinner Venue
Buca di Beppo
Pinstripes
Best Outdoor Reception Venue
Camrose Hill
Best Indoor Reception Venue
Calhoun Beach Club
Best Ceremony Venue
Best Officiant
Positively Charmed
Best Wedding Planner
Best Rental & Décor
Best Florist
Ashley Fox Designs
Munster Rose
Best Cake/Dessert
Buttercream
Cocoa & Fig
Queen of Cakes
Best Invitations
Gretchen Berry Design Co.
Printerette Press
Best Calligraphy
Rosann Konieczny Calligrapher
Best Photographer
Cadence & Eli Photography
Graddy Photography
Best Videographer
Landon Oldenburger Videography
Snowshoe Productions
Vibrant Film
Best Photo Booth
Flow Event Group
Studio 220 Photography
Best Caterer for Large Wedding
Best Caterer for a Small Wedding
Best Band
The R Factor
Synergy
Best DJ
Best Ceremony Music
Sharon Planer, Pianist for Parties
Best Dance Instruction
Arthur Murray Dance Centers
Cinema Ballroom
Best Transportation
Eclipse Transportation
Total Luxury Limousine
Best Favors
Cocoa & Fig
Lasting Impressions by Amy
Best Registry
Macy's
Target
Best Wedding-Night Hotel
Loews Minneapolis Hotel
The Saint Paul Hotel
Best Hotel For Guests
Loews Minneapolis Hotel
The Saint Paul Hotel
Best Honeymoon in MN
Best Travel Agency
AAA
‘IMINA Travel & Events
TOP OF THE TIARA
Graddy Photography