Everything you need for a California wedding
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Hey there!
I’ve been scrolling through most of the posts in this thread, and honestly, there is such a wealth of great info and advice here—but let's be real, a lot of it feels pretty outdated now since band lineups, pricing, and everything else have shifted so much. So, I’m reaching out to see if anyone can give me the latest scoop.
The big day is happening in San Francisco in October 2021, and right now, I’m on the hunt for both a band and a photographer. I’d love to hear about your actual experiences—specifically regarding whether vendors actually stick to their word, how long the sets usually last, how long you have to wait to get your photos back, what the damage to the wallet looks like, and all that good stuff.
For the music, I’m looking for a classic wedding band—you know, the kind that plays fun, high-energy party music and maybe some crowd favorites—but I need people who are professionals and won't pivot into something totally off-brand, like a weird tribute act for Nadal or playing nothing but Thompson all night. As for the photography, I’m strictly looking for a photographer, not a video combo, and someone who doesn't go overboard with the editing. I really want a natural look—minimal Photoshop and zero heavy filters, please.
I’ve been scrolling through most of the posts in this thread, and honestly, there is such a wealth of great info and advice here—but let's be real, a lot of it feels pretty outdated now since band lineups, pricing, and everything else have shifted so much. So, I’m reaching out to see if anyone can give me the latest scoop.
The big day is happening in San Francisco in October 2021, and right now, I’m on the hunt for both a band and a photographer. I’d love to hear about your actual experiences—specifically regarding whether vendors actually stick to their word, how long the sets usually last, how long you have to wait to get your photos back, what the damage to the wallet looks like, and all that good stuff.
For the music, I’m looking for a classic wedding band—you know, the kind that plays fun, high-energy party music and maybe some crowd favorites—but I need people who are professionals and won't pivot into something totally off-brand, like a weird tribute act for Nadal or playing nothing but Thompson all night. As for the photography, I’m strictly looking for a photographer, not a video combo, and someone who doesn't go overboard with the editing. I really want a natural look—minimal Photoshop and zero heavy filters, please.