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Minnesota Bride's Best of 2018 - The Finalists

From the florist to caterer to reception DJ, 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 2018 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
a&bé bridal shop
Flutter Bridal Boutique
The Wedding Shoppe
Best Luxury Bridal Gowns
Bridal Accents Couture
L’Atelier Couture
Posh Bridal Couture
Best Bridesmaid Dresses
Bella Bridesmaids
Bridal Accents Couture
The Wedding Shoppe
Best Custom Dressmaker
Joynoelle
Mara Marie Bridal
Modehaus Bridal
Best Accessories
a&bé bridal shop
Che Bella
Posh Bridal Couture
Best Mother-of-the-Bride Apparel
Bridal Accents Couture
dugo
Nordstrom
Best Alterations
Amazing Alterations
Amy Jane Studio
Custom Sewing by Heather
Best Hair & Makeup
Brett Dorrian Artistry Studios
Primped
WarPaint International
Best Spa Services
Ivy Spa Club
Juut Salonspa
Spalon Montage
Best Formalwear
Atmosfere
Heimie’s Haberdashery
Savvi Formalwear
Best Jeweler
Arthur’s Jewelers
Continental Diamond
Wedding Day Diamonds
Best Rehearsal Dinner Venue
Café Lurcat
Loring Bar & Restaurant
Pinstripes
Best Outdoor Venue
Camrose Hill
Leopold’s Mississippi Gardens
Nicollet Island Pavilion
Best Twin Cities Venue
Aria
Machine Shop
Semple Mansion
Best Minnesota Destination Venue
Breezy Point Resort
Grand View Lodge
Lutsen Resort
Best Hotel Venue
Graduate Minneapolis
Hewing Hotel
The Saint Paul Hotel
Best Unique Venue
Camrose Hill
Historic John P. Furber Farm
Hope Glen Farm
Best Country/Golf Club Venue
Edina Country Club
Golden Valley Country Club
Interlachen Country Club
Best Officiant
Flutterby Celebrations
Minnesota Officiants
Positively Charmed
Best Wedding Planner
Lasting Impressions Weddings
Rosetree Weddings & Events
Simply Elegant Group
Best Rental and Décor
Après Event Décor & Tent Rental
Festivities
Linen Effects
Best Florist
Floral Logic
Munster Rose
Sadie’s Couture Floral
Best Cakes
Amy’s Cupcake Shoppe
Buttercream
Queen of Cakes
Best Wedding Desserts
Angel Food Bakery
Cocoa & Fig
Glam Doll Donuts
Best Caterer for a Large Wedding
Chowgirls Killer Catering
D’Amico Catering
Mintahoe Catering & Events
Best Caterer for a Small Wedding
Chowgirls Killer Catering
D’Amico Catering
Mintahoe Catering & Events
Best Invitations
Gretchen Berry Design Co.
A Milestone Paper Co.
Paper Rock Scissor
Best Calligraphy
The Curly Quill
Hooked Calligraphy
Rosann Konieczny Calligrapher
Best Photography
Graddy Photography
Mad Chicken Studio
Vick Photography
Best Videography
Sky Focus Films
Snowshoe Productions
Vibrant Film
Best Photo Booth
Photo Booth Creations
Studio 220 Photography
The Traveling Photo Booth
Best Band
The R Factor
The Sevilles
Synergy
Best DJ
Adagio Djay Entertainment
Bellagala
Instant Request
Best Ceremony Music
Laurie Leigh Harpist
Loring String Quartet
Sharon Planer, Pianist for Parties
Best Dance Instruction
Adagio Djay Entertainment
Arthur Murray Dance Centers
Cinema Ballroom
Best Transportation
Eclipse Transportation
Renee’s Royal Valet – Limos, Coaches & Trolleys
Total Transportation
Best Wedding-Night Hotel
Hotel Ivy
The Saint Paul Hotel
W Minneapolis – The Foshay
TOP OF THE TIARA — Best All-Around Wedding Vendor
Bellagala
Continental Diamond
Grand View Lodge