Everything you need for a Midwest wedding

Yeah, thanks. I’ll make sure to give them a heads-up about the mess they left behind.
I actually hosted a wedding party back in Glacier (Stroussmayer) over in Indianapolis. Honestly, the amount they ripped us off was enough to drive anyone insane.
After the reception wrapped up, we were still sitting on a mountain of leftover cake and food. Then, some relatives dropped by for lunch the next day. If even one or two more people had shown up, we would have actually had enough to feed everyone.
They managed to swipe 10 to 15 liters of bourbon—not to mention all the wine... I mean, the whole thing was just an embarrassment for the hostess. To top it off, she didn't even turn on the AC like we specifically agreed upon. It was a complete disaster from start to finish.
Just a word of advice if you're planning a wedding: get everything in writing. Don't just assume things will work out for $167$300
. Make sure every single detail is settled beforehand, otherwise, you're going to end up paying way too much for everything.
Anyway, that's my two cents.

Since we have already ventured into the territory of jokes, I find myself wondering if any of the ladies here have hosted a wedding reception—or perhaps have one planned—at the Student Union?? I happen to have an upcoming event there, so I am attempting to gather some insights regarding the hall's decor and overall setup. ☕

My cousin from Indianapolis visited there about four or five years ago!
Everything was fine. The decor was nothing special—just standard... plenty of space, I suppose.

Mark Kelly4 said:The decor isn't anything special, just pretty standard. There is plenty of space, though.

Good morning...☕ ...that is precisely my dilemma, as I am constantly attempting to devise a way to arrange the hall so that it feels, shall we say, truly unique 😁 !! Oh well, I suppose I shall eventually come up with something!!

My in-laws were at the Admiral, and I can honestly say both our group and the guests were thrilled with the service and everything else. These people are true professionals; they know their business inside and out and go out of their way to accommodate every single request. Seriously, hats off to them. They handle everything so seamlessly that the newlyweds don't have to stress for even a second about whether things in the hall will be perfect. Highly recommended...

branki said:The photo was taken by Bob from Ivanov, so I was wondering if anyone knows what his rates are like.

I am originally from Indianapolis, though I ended up booking Bob from Ivanov... he is certainly on the pricier side, but he is truly 👍 !! I suspect my total won't be too high, given that I won't be needing a camera, which should save me about $1000 less than usual!!!

If you're looking for somewhere in Slavonic City, I’d highly recommend the Matićević Center—the hall is seriously awesome! The servers are super fast and efficient, too... I was there as a guest recently and was honestly blown away. Definitely the best venue in the area right now!

jadesurfer8 said:If you're looking for somewhere in Slavonic City, I’d highly recommend the Matićević Center—the hall is seriously awesome! The servers are super fast and efficient, too... I was there as a guest recently and was honestly blown away. Definitely the best venue in the area right now!

That's where my wedding guests are gonna be. 🙂

Listen, if I may, I’d like to throw a recommendation your way for wedding videographers. And no, it's not just because they shot my brother's wedding or because I know them personally—it's because their work is genuinely top-tier. Honestly, I can't even be certain of the exact name since I just call them by their first names, but I think they go by Photo PAPEs or something along those lines. They have a website, though I don't recall the URL offhand; I just have a link where you can browse their portfolio. As far as video goes, they're still pretty much under the radar. I'm getting married next year myself, and unless these guys are already booked solid, they're my first choice. Here is a link to their page: www.myspace.com/igor_photos

Ashley said:To my ladies living in Indianapolis or the surrounding areas.
If you are looking for photos on par with what the girls in Washington, D.C. usually get, I suggest hiring Ann as your photographer. He truly understands the nuances of the craft—knowing exactly how to capture the moment without all that tiresome, over-rehearsed posing. He has an endless supply of creative concepts, and you can simply tell him whatever strikes your fancy!🙏 🙏 🙏 Regardless, please just wait until you see my own photos before you pass judgment!

If anyone would like his contact information, please send me a private message!👍

Oh, dear Ashley, please send me his number via PM... I have heard his work is quite wonderful.🤣 ??

Little ones, send Ashley a PM, since she isn't around the threads much anymore...😉

Hey everyone—so, I’m based out of Washington, D.C., and I’ve got my wedding coming up on May 10th, 2008, over in Newark. For the photography and video, I actually went with those guys Andrew mentioned earlier (Pape’s photography). Honestly, looking through their portfolio... wow. Just stunning. They do work similar to some of the high-end studios here in D.C., but let’s be real, those prices are absolutely astronomical, so hiring them was a total no-brainer for me. They did a wedding for a close friend of mine from Canada, too, and she was just over the moon with how everything turned out. Kelavica, I took a peek at some of Ann’s shots as well... I mean, sure, there are some nice ones in there, but if you ask me? It feels a bit too tacky for the 21st century. Not that I’m one to judge, but since I’m a graphic designer myself, I tend to have a bit of an eye for these things. Anyway, I am seriously counting down the days until the big day...

Hello to my wonderful friends from the Midwest!
I have to be honest with you all—getting tips on hairstyles, makeup, or manicures from people living around Washington, D.C. or other parts of the country doesn't do much for me, mostly because there is absolutely no chance I’ll be heading over there to book an appointment! That is why I "brilliantly" decided 😉 to start this whole discussion right here on the forum. I am truly dying to know what your experiences have been like with beauty salons and hair stylists out in the Midwest—specifically in the areas around Indianapolis or Memphis. Or even Columbus and beyond if you have leads elsewhere!
I already have a pretty clear vision of the exact hairstyle and makeup look I want to achieve, but what I am really struggling with is finding someone trustworthy. I am looking for a professional I can hand my hair over to without constantly worrying about the outcome, all while ensuring they don't completely drain my bank account in the process...

This space is dedicated to everything regarding weddings in the Midwest... excluding the bands. I'm thinking we might need an additional thread for that, right? jessy1204 mentioned a makeup salon on page 6.. 😉

Where can I find decent, budget-friendly invitations and thank-you cards? I’m really just looking for simple cardstock for the thank-yous. Where does one even begin looking for this stuff? I'm based in Columbus...

Robin Myers said:Where can I find decent, budget-friendly invitations and thank-you cards? I’m really just looking for simple cardstock for the thank-yous. Where does one even begin looking for this stuff? I'm based in Columbus...

Maybe check out some shops in Dakota, specifically FedEx, they’re pretty affordable and the quality is fine. Everyone planning a wedding around here uses them. I have their number if you want it...

wanderinghawk99 said:Maybe check out some shops in Dakota, specifically FedEx, they’re pretty affordable and the quality is fine. Everyone planning a wedding around here uses them. I have their number if you want it...

What exactly does pretty affordable mean to you?

Robin Myers said:What exactly does pretty affordable mean to you?

It’s honestly dirt cheap. We ordered ours from a vendor in Washington, D.C.... for 150 invitations and thank-you notes, we paid just over $130. I know it was around that much. $1.00 Per unit.
All credit where it's due.👍
They even have their own website.
Check this out: http://www.invitations.com/

I was also considering Grafo Art because I heard great things about them. Their prices go up to $2.00 per invitation. I also checked out some pieces from Rechner Print over in Oak Brook, and the ones I saw were stunning—really elegant work!