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Good afternoon, everyone.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a solid band for a wedding taking place in May 2015?

Since this will be an international affair—quite the mix of guests, really—we’re going to need a group that can pivot effortlessly between American classics and international hits. A one-trick pony simply won't do here.

Please help! Thanks.🙂

Megan Stewart5 said:Good afternoon, everyone.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a solid band for a wedding taking place in May 2015?

Since this will be an international affair—quite the mix of guests, really—we’re going to need a group that can pivot effortlessly between American classics and international hits. A one-trick pony simply won't do here.

Please help! Thanks.🙂

The Speen? Honestly, they’re geniuses. Their setlist is massive—they pull from all kinds of indie stuff, too. Total pros.

So, I officially became a Mrs. this past Saturday! 🙂 Honestly, it was everything I dreamed of and then some—way beyond my wildest expectations. I really need to give a massive shout-out to the dream team that pulled this off: glamour Spos, the folks over at Bonačić, prestiž dizajn, and the deliciousness from slatkarija. A huge thanks to Viadel, the flower shop jaglac, and the absolute best band to ever hit a stage—The Speen—who kept the party going with a setlist that was pure magic. But most importantly, a giant thank you to the Radisson hotel. Their professionalism and the way they handled everything was next level; they truly made the whole day feel like a fairytale. hvalaaaaa :*

Henry Hill26 said:So, I officially became a Mrs. this past Saturday! 🙂 Honestly, it was everything I dreamed of and then some—way beyond my wildest expectations. I really need to give a massive shout-out to the dream team that pulled this off: glamour Spos, the folks over at Bonačić, prestiž dizajn, and the deliciousness from slatkarija. A huge thanks to Viadel, the flower shop jaglac, and the absolute best band to ever hit a stage—The Speen—who kept the party going with a setlist that was pure magic. But most importantly, a giant thank you to the Radisson hotel. Their professionalism and the way they handled everything was next level; they truly made the whole day feel like a fairytale. hvalaaaaa :*

Congratulations on the wedding! 🙂Could you let me know the price for the bend? Feel free to send me a DM if that's easier. 🙂)

Jeffrey Chase6 said:Congratulations on the wedding! 🙂Could you let me know the price for the bend? Feel free to send me a DM if that's easier. 🙂)

Can I get a price for the Speen band too? 🙂

Greetings. Has anyone here perhaps hired Paun Paunović for wedding photography, or are you aware of someone who has, or perhaps you have seen his work?

Everything will turn out fine... 🙂🙄

Henry Hill26 said:So, I officially became a Mrs. this past Saturday! 🙂 Honestly, it was everything I dreamed of and then some—way beyond my wildest expectations. I really need to give a massive shout-out to the dream team that pulled this off: glamour Spos, the folks over at Bonačić, prestiž dizajn, and the deliciousness from slatkarija. A huge thanks to Viadel, the flower shop jaglac, and the absolute best band to ever hit a stage—The Speen—who kept the party going with a setlist that was pure magic. But most importantly, a giant thank you to the Radisson hotel. Their professionalism and the way they handled everything was next level; they truly made the whole day feel like a fairytale. hvalaaaaa :*

I am personally interested in the specifics regarding the Radisson?? 🙂

Robert Bishop53 said:Hey everyone, back again 🙂 I want to get your take on which band I should book next. Here’s my shortlist: Taxi band ($2,400), Gabriel ($1,850), kocka ($1,950), Euforia ($1,850), or maybe Aura and Barbary ($1,950). Any recommendations? Thanks for the help! 🙂

I listened to kocka at a gala recently; they are phenomenal and know exactly how to read the room, performing both our local hits and international tracks brilliantly. Best regards...👍

Does anyone have any firsthand experience, glowing reviews, or even some harsh critiques regarding DJ Let?

A few people recommended him to me—honestly, I’d much rather hire a solid DJ than deal with the logistics of a full band for a wedding.

Could I get some advice regarding a joint reception? Should the newlyweds arrive together, or does the groom typically make his entrance first followed by the bride later? I’ve never actually attended a joint gathering like this before, so I’m curious about how it usually plays out...

copperowl13 said:Could I get some advice regarding a joint reception? Should the newlyweds arrive together, or does the groom typically make his entrance first followed by the bride later? I’ve never actually attended a joint gathering like this before, so I’m curious about how it usually plays out...

We did our photo session right before the reception, so we walked in together. Honestly, even if we hadn't done photos, we still would've gone in as a pair. It’s just way better for the guests, plus you get a little moment of privacy beforehand—you know, so he can actually see her for the first time without a hundred people staring at them both at once🙂...at least, that's what worked best for us...

Hey everyone, quick question—how many of you actually had to budget for flowers? I mean, specifically for the bouquet, the church decor, and the reception hall? I’m feeling a little lost on what kind of numbers to expect. I realize it all depends on the specific blooms and just how much stuff you want, but if anyone has a ballpark idea of the price ranges, please let me know..

Does anyone know a great female vocalist who could sing at a church service? I’m looking for someone truly exceptional—someone who can deliver an Ave Maria that actually gives you goosebumps.

shadowharbor19 said:Hey everyone, quick question—how many of you actually had to budget for flowers? I mean, specifically for the bouquet, the church decor, and the reception hall? I’m feeling a little lost on what kind of numbers to expect. I realize it all depends on the specific blooms and just how much stuff you want, but if anyone has a ballpark idea of the price ranges, please let me know..

A single bouquet could easily run you $500-$233
as for the church and the reception hall, I can't really give you a straight answer since I don't know what kind of vibe you're going for, but keep in mind that some venues actually include things like candle holders and those decorative vases in their base price
feel free to shoot me a DM if you want to dig deeper, but everything combined could easily hit $1000

I would appreciate some honest perspectives from anyone who has actually listened to these groups:

The Beach Boys or Coca-Cola?

It is somewhat urgent, and my thanks in advance...🙂

Jamie Allen4 said:I would appreciate some honest perspectives from anyone who has actually listened to these groups:

The Beach Boys or Coca-Cola?

It is somewhat urgent, and my thanks in advance...🙂

I’ve spun Jesse a few times—total classics. 🙂

As for Coca-Cola, I can't really help you there.😁

Hey everyone, good evening,

Does anyone have a solid recommendation for a decent catering company in the San Francisco area that won't absolutely drain my bank account?
And honestly, what kind of ballpark figures are we looking at for wedding catering these days?
The plan is to host a big get-together for the wedding party at one spot...
We've already got the venue and the drinks sorted out, but the food situation is still up in the air, so we’re definitely looking to bring in some professional catering...

Thanks in advance,

Jamie Allen4 said:I would appreciate some honest perspectives from anyone who has actually listened to these groups:

The Beach Boys or Coca-Cola?

It is somewhat urgent, and my thanks in advance...🙂

Both bands are top-tier, you really can't go wrong with either... 🙂

rustywalker34 said:Both bands are top-tier, you really can't go wrong with either... 🙂

If you're leaning toward pop-rock—both are solid—but I’d give the edge to Jessie J.

frozenmason40 said:Hey everyone, good evening,

Does anyone have a solid recommendation for a decent catering company in the San Francisco area that won't absolutely drain my bank account?
And honestly, what kind of ballpark figures are we looking at for wedding catering these days?
The plan is to host a big get-together for the wedding party at one spot...
We've already got the venue and the drinks sorted out, but the food situation is still up in the air, so we’re definitely looking to bring in some professional catering...

Thanks in advance,

Pećina iz Ploče gets all my praise—great quality and a pretty fair price.

frozenmason40 said:Hey everyone, good evening,

Does anyone have a solid recommendation for a decent catering company in the San Francisco area that won't absolutely drain my bank account?
And honestly, what kind of ballpark figures are we looking at for wedding catering these days?
The plan is to host a big get-together for the wedding party at one spot...
We've already got the venue and the drinks sorted out, but the food situation is still up in the air, so we’re definitely looking to bring in some professional catering...

Thanks in advance,

I used Ante Tadinac Catering for my wedding back in June, and honestly, they were fantastic. Everything was handled professionally, zero stress involved—they even managed to keep my elderly relatives calm and happy, which is a miracle in itself.🤣

shadowharbor19 said:Hey everyone, quick question—how many of you actually had to budget for flowers? I mean, specifically for the bouquet, the church decor, and the reception hall? I’m feeling a little lost on what kind of numbers to expect. I realize it all depends on the specific blooms and just how much stuff you want, but if anyone has a ballpark idea of the price ranges, please let me know..

For me, the floral costs were $767, though that didn't include the church decorations. At my church, the altar is handled by the deaconesses, and they aren't exactly thrilled about outside florists coming in and taking over. I ended up using a florist called Kolura over in San Jose, and I was beyond happy with them. That price covered my bouquet, the boutonnieres for the groom and groomsmen, the reception hall arrangements, and even the car decor for us. We mostly went with red roses. Just a heads-up: the time of year you're getting married can really swing the price, especially depending on whether the specific flowers you want are actually in season. Anyway, this particular florist was super affordable and very willing to negotiate. You can basically tell her what your "limit" is, and she’ll do her absolute best to make the most of that budget for you. 🤣