Posts by Alexander Thompson93

Kimberly Hughes4 said:Thanks, ladies.... 🙂
Ah, Sminka's hairstyle...
..those invitations... :/

You’ve already mentioned the hair and makeup stuff in a few posts above—I feel like we're just circling the drain here! 😉

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Kimberly Hughes4 said:Uffff... I suppose that means I'll have to start looking for some different photographers then...
😢 ...
...does anyone happen to have any other recommendations they could share?

Maybe try PiM studio? I feel like they’ve got real potential. I haven't done a deep dive into their work yet, but a friend of mine was totally thrilled with them...

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Jessica Jackson13 said:Look, if you want bands like Twist of, Orion, or Silver (we actually booked them ourselves), those guys are versatile as hell. They’ll play anything—fun hits, foreign tracks, even that old-school country stuff. You name it, they play it. As for a photographer, Cerić is your guy; he’s been in the game forever and his work is rock solid. If you want someone a bit younger, go with Marin Franov. I know him personally, and the guy is totally legit. Just a heads up though: with both bands and photographers, the biggest headache is always whether they're actually free on your date. So, don't dawdle. Get out there and start asking questions now if you want to lock in the best options. 🙂

I can't stand Ceric, feels way too old-school 😁
In my book, these photographers are worth it: Leon Productions, Artis (Jelena and Maja), or Franov...

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casualbison8 said:Bulgarian Food 🙂

I'm totally with you on this—they really are awesome!

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Alexander Rodriguez2 said:They offer manicures, pedicures, and full makeup services as part of their wellness package. I guess since we're having the wedding guests there, I might get my makeup done for free.
I definitely plan on doing a trial run, but I was wondering if anyone here has actually been there? Does anyone know if their makeup artists are any good?

Their selection looks amazing👍 and honestly, I'm dying to hear what people's actual experiences have been.

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Alexander Rodriguez2 said:Has anyone here done their makeup at the Patria hotel in El Paso?? Any experiences or thoughts??

Honestly, this is the first I've ever heard about them doing makeup there! 😉

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gentlehound9 said:That’s all I could find, and honestly, there weren't even any photos.

Crystal in a Small town in the US

You probably just need to add them as friends first. They have a ton of pictures hidden away! 😉

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Word is, about 3,000 of them got caught up in it🙂 nnč

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Gregory Barnes said:Yeah, seriously though—does anyone know where I can pick up some decent wedding bands around the Chicago area without getting totally ripped off? I’m looking for something really basic. Just wondering, what’s the ballpark price for a standard white gold band these days? 😁

Everyone keeps raving about that guy over at Best Buy! Honestly, I know quite a few couples who went to him for their wedding bands. He’s super flexible, too—you can show up with your own custom design, and he’ll bring it to life exactly how you pictured it. Such a game changer! 🙂
My friend was picking up some super basic wedding bands over there—just really simple, thin white gold ones—and I actually just sent her a message about it! 😉

So, I was just sitting here thinking about my phone—you know how it is when you start overanalyzing things? Anyway, I’ve been staring at this Android lately and it got me thinking. There is just something about the way these devices handle everything! It’s funny, because I remember back when I first moved to Chicago, I was so obsessed with having the latest tech, always chasing that one specific brand. But now? I'm just vibing with what works. It's all about that feeling in your hand, right? Just a random thought, but I had to share!

Keith Johnson11 said:Maybe she managed it because it’s a Friday🤷. Anne Frank (never heard of her)? Are you perhaps thinking of Federer?🙂 Is she coming back home, or does she just work at the salon?

Cortez and Anne Frank are basically the same thing 😉
I'm pretty sure she just works at the salon, but hey, give her a call—you've got nothing to lose! 😉

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Keith Johnson11 said:October 11th 😉 ...the girls are seriously in demand and completely booked up! I'm actually pretty upset because I couldn't get a reservation!! I had no idea they were already taking orders for this year back in December😢 :'( !! From everything I've heard, most brides usually book their makeup and hair just a few months out, so that's where I messed up. Plus, my wedding date wasn't even 100% confirmed until after New Year's... now I really don't know what I'm going to do...

A friend of mine has an October 10th wedding and she had zero issues booking them just a month beforehand 🙂
So yeah, they're popular, and the best ones always are..
Maybe try Ana Cosic? Isn't she working somewhere like Ulta?

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gentlehound9 said:Well, you probably need to start thinking about those details pretty soon too.

The cake might be included in our venue package too, but I've heard the food there is pretty mediocre, so we're likely going to arrange something else entirely.
We also put down deposits only for the things we were dead set on; everything else is being planned more slowly.
Does anyone know if there are photos online of the work done at Chic Studio? I tried Googling it, but I couldn't find anything. 😢

Oh, and one more thing—how far in advance do you usually finalize the venue layout (tables, decor, etc.)?

Facebook, check out your own posts from a little bit ago!
Ugh, I feel like I'm repeating myself with every single post here! ☕

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Keith Johnson11 said:Are we even thinking of the same 🙂? https://www.facebook.com/chicstudio.indianapolis?fref=ts
The first time we spoke, she mentioned that if their schedule wasn't fully booked, they would travel to you—even if you were 30 miles outside of Indianapolis. She told me the same thing over the phone. But since the date is completely packed now, she can't come to my place, and she can't host me at the salon either...

Oh man, we are definitely talking about the same Chic Studio. But seriously, this is the first time I've ever heard she'd actually travel to my area...🤷
Anyway, what date were you looking at?

Keith Johnson11 said:I feel the same way about them being the best, but I just couldn't manage to book an appointment 🙂 !! When I first spoke with them, the date was wide open. I told them I needed to check with my friends first, since they won't come unless there are at least five of us. By the time I coordinated everything, a few days had passed before I could even get back in touch... now that I finally reached them, they're saying the date is fully booked... it's honestly frustrating...😢

Wait, are you sure about that? As far as I know, Drag doesn't really do house calls. You usually just head straight over to her salon!
We’re such a tight-knit group! And get this—one of my besties is actually getting married soon, and she just went ahead and put down the deposit for five people at their place!

So, I was just sitting there, staring at my iPhone, and it honestly felt like the device was actually talking back to me! Isn't that wild? It’s one of those moments where you just have to laugh because you start wondering if the tech is getting a little too smart for its own good. I mean, I was just scrolling through some stuff, minding my own business, and suddenly it feels like there's a whole conversation happening right in the palm of my hand. It’s kind of spooky, but also super fun! Has anyone else ever had that weirdly sentient feeling with their phone? It totally caught me off guard!

Keith Johnson11 said:If you manage to find her profile, let me know and I'll reach out to her😉. Can she actually compete with Victoria's Secret and Chic Studio? To me, they're simply the best...

Honestly, for me, Chic Studio is hands down the absolute best! 😉

She’s going for more of a fresh, subtle makeup look. It's super light! Anyway, if I happen to stumble upon her profile or hear anything about it, I'll definitely let you know. 😉

So, I was just sitting here thinking about my iPhone. It’s funny how much we rely on these little gadgets, right? Like, seriously! I was scrolling through some stuff earlier—just one of those endless loops where you lose track of an hour—and I realized my phone is basically my entire life held together by glass and silicon. It’s wild! One minute you're checking the weather, and the next, you've somehow ended up watching a video of a golden retriever wearing sunglasses. Don't judge me! We've all been there. Anyway, my iPhone is such a lifesaver when I'm out and about, but man, does it drain the battery if I'm not careful. Just a random thought!

Keith Johnson11 said:Thanks for the info 🙂. Does she happen to have a Facebook page, a blog, or something similar where I could check out her portfolio?

Honestly, I'm not sure! I've just seen her work in person quite a few times...

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Keith Johnson11 said:Ladies, I could really use some advice 😢. I reached out to Apple Studio, but they’re already booked for my wedding date 😢. I’m also hesitant about working with Victoria because she doesn't seem reliable, based on what you all have said. Does anyone have other recommendations for professionals who offer in-home hair and makeup services? I’m feeling pretty discouraged right now :/. I just stumbled upon these artists—has anyone worked with them before? https://www.facebook.com/marijana.cu...on=friends_tab

I know a fantastic makeup artist named Deer. She doesn't travel to you, though—you have to go to her studio. It's located right in the downtown area.

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Harold Allen60 said:Thanks! 😉 So where are they from?

Indianapolis

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Harold Allen60 said:I've got some ideas for makeup, but honestly, I haven't seen any for flower shops yet ☕

Hmm, we actually touched on this already, but hey, don't sweat it! Personally, I think Mosaic and Fantasy are the absolute best. 👍

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quietcobra52 said:idk.. we went with a place we actually trust, where my sister bought her stuff 15 years ago. We're totally fine with it!!

That's awesome! So those worries were totally unfounded after all.👍 But don't you feel like they get damaged more easily or something like that?

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