Everything you need for a Midwest wedding

Jesse Morgan73 said:Back in June of last year, I went ahead and booked a room at the Green Roof venue over in Des Moines. I put down a deposit $1667, but honestly, that’s pretty much the extent of the paperwork I’ve signed so far. Now I'm sitting here wondering if they're going to try and charge me for seating based on their current, lower rates, or if they'll stick to the original prices they quoted me—especially since we never actually signed anything specifying the agreed-upon cost. To make matters more confusing, I noticed they've updated their menus too; everything seems to be shifting constantly. Has anyone else dealt with this kind of situation before?

Fresh update: A wedding at Green Roof was just canceled recently. They had everything settled last year, including paying for linens, but since many halls are offering free linens now, the bride didn't have to pay a dime for them regardless of what the initial agreement said. They got them for free.

jadeskipper85 said:Fresh update: A wedding at Green Roof was just canceled recently. They had everything settled last year, including paying for linens, but since many halls are offering free linens now, the bride didn't have to pay a dime for them regardless of what the initial agreement said. They got them for free.

Well, thanks for the heads-up, I guess. I should probably give him a call myself to see what the actual story is here.

Hey, has anyone here actually hired Frank and Peterson yet, or maybe already caught some shots of their wedding guests?

Walter Moore5 said:Hey, has anyone here actually hired Frank and Peterson yet, or maybe already caught some shots of their wedding guests?

...I ended up booking them for a year out.👍>

electriccyclist89 said:...I ended up booking them for a year out.👍>

My partner and I actually agreed on one thing: their pricing and quality are spot on. We're planning to head their way too—if you don't mind me asking, when exactly are you going?😉

I'm looking for some halls near Indianapolis—specifically in those smaller towns that aren't too far from the city. I tried searching online, but everything just points back to Indy or some suburban town, and if you look toward the Finger Lakes, there are barely three options to choose from.

Oh, and I need space for about 180 people. If anyone knows any spots, throw some prices and honest reviews my way. Thanks 🙂

Ethan Wilson94 said:Also, I need a hall that can hold about 180 people. If you have any pricing info or personal reviews, please share. Thanks! 🙂

I know there's a venue in a small town nearby that's pretty budget-friendly, but that's about all I know. It's just a quick 10-minute drive from Indianapolis.

Ethan Wilson94 said:I'm looking for some halls near Indianapolis—specifically in those smaller towns that aren't too far from the city. I tried searching online, but everything just points back to Indy or some suburban town, and if you look toward the Finger Lakes, there are barely three options to choose from.

Oh, and I need space for about 180 people. If anyone knows any spots, throw some prices and honest reviews my way. Thanks 🙂

You should check out Salomón in a Small town; they hold up to 230 guests. My wedding is actually being held there. You can find them on Facebook to see photos—they can email you their price list directly. They offer everything from budget-friendly options to... well, let's just say you can pick whatever fits your needs, from the menu to extras. They even partner with bands and photographers, so you can customize the whole package. I ended up getting the catering, the next-day brunch, decor, light show, cakes, bouquets, and boutonnieres from them—basically everything except the band. The woman running the show is incredibly helpful; she answers every question and goes out of her way to accommodate you. Even the meat is their own—a relative runs a local butchery. From what I've heard, everyone loves it, so I'm just waiting for my turn next year.😁 Do I really need to mention it's quite close to the city? 🙂

jadeskipper85 said:You should check out Salomón in a Small town; they hold up to 230 guests. My wedding is actually being held there. You can find them on Facebook to see photos—they can email you their price list directly. They offer everything from budget-friendly options to... well, let's just say you can pick whatever fits your needs, from the menu to extras. They even partner with bands and photographers, so you can customize the whole package. I ended up getting the catering, the next-day brunch, decor, light show, cakes, bouquets, and boutonnieres from them—basically everything except the band. The woman running the show is incredibly helpful; she answers every question and goes out of her way to accommodate you. Even the meat is their own—a relative runs a local butchery. From what I've heard, everyone loves it, so I'm just waiting for my turn next year.😁 Do I really need to mention it's quite close to the city? 🙂

My mom had nothing but good things to say about that hall. She was actually chatting with a bride who just got married there two weeks ago. Zero complaints. Everything went perfectly, and it was super affordable. She said the servers were top-notch and attentive, and the food was excellent, though I think they ordered the dessert from somewhere else, maybe a small town nearby or out near a suburb.

That said, my fiancé and I are looking at the Patria Hotel since we're both originally from the Finger Lakes area, but we haven't checked prices yet. I have a feeling it might be pretty pricey. Does anyone have any intel on that?

Anyone have the scoop on Crystal Hall? What’s the vibe like there, any real impressions?

I booked the Crystal ballroom for November... I’ve heard nothing but good things from people who held their weddings there. They have two halls right next to each other—one holds up to 300 guests, and the other fits 500.

electriccyclist89 said:...I ended up booking them for a year out.👍>

Did you book both photography and video, or just one? And are you planning on getting prints made? I noticed their website mentions a discount on prints if they handle the shooting themselves. Could you give me a quick rundown of what they're like and what the total cost might look like by the end?

Sean Cox50 said:I booked the Crystal ballroom for November... I’ve heard nothing but good things from people who held their weddings there. They have two halls right next to each other—one holds up to 300 guests, and the other fits 500.

I checked out their website. The venues are stunning—honestly, even better than Patria. I looked through the brochure, but they don't list any prices anywhere. Can you tell me what you ended up paying? Shoot me a DM if you want. Also, do they force you to use their catering for cakes and desserts? It looks like their per-head price covers everything listed in the brochure, so I'm wondering if they'll give you a discount if you bring your own.
Sent them an email asking about the rates, but I'm still waiting to hear back.

I need help!!!
Where can I find a wedding dress hoop or crinoline around Indianapolis, VK, or Vu? I know they're on eBay, but I don't have the time to hunt through shops in New York City, and honestly, I'm not even sure if I'll make it there in time if I go.

Kenneth Bailey48 said:I need help!!!
Where can I find a wedding dress hoop or crinoline around Indianapolis, VK, or Vu? I know they're on eBay, but I don't have the time to hunt through shops in New York City, and honestly, I'm not even sure if I'll make it there in time if I go.

Maybe try asking a local bridal boutique if they’d be willing to just rent out the crinoline itself (and maybe the hoops too, if you need them)?

Kenneth Bailey48 said:I need help!!!
Where can I find a wedding dress hoop or crinoline around Indianapolis, VK, or Vu? I know they're on eBay, but I don't have the time to hunt through shops in New York City, and honestly, I'm not even sure if I'll make it there in time if I go.

Don't they just come with the dress? 🤔

Hey Kenneth Bailey48, I'm actually heading over to the thrift store tonight so I might run into you, but if not, I'll be around that suburban neighborhood on Wednesday and could probably drop it off then 😉, since you know we really need to get this shopping done together eventually 😂
Just shoot me a private message with your cell number and maybe a photo of the specific spool you want me to hunt for
Alternatively, if you'd rather have me pick up your own after September 3rd, we can do that too—though I’m honestly thinking about grabbing a smaller spool just because it might be a little easier to carry around while I'm walking
I remember asking those florists for some baskets a while back

Sean Cox50 said:Don't they just come with the dress? 🤔

Not if you're sewing it yourself... 🙂

Robin Chase7 said:Hey Kenneth Bailey48, I'm actually heading over to the thrift store tonight so I might run into you, but if not, I'll be around that suburban neighborhood on Wednesday and could probably drop it off then 😉, since you know we really need to get this shopping done together eventually 😂
Just shoot me a private message with your cell number and maybe a photo of the specific spool you want me to hunt for
Alternatively, if you'd rather have me pick up your own after September 3rd, we can do that too—though I’m honestly thinking about grabbing a smaller spool just because it might be a little easier to carry around while I'm walking
I remember asking those florists for some baskets a while back

😂😂😂 looks like it!
Hey, we could totally do that. You can grab a petticoat from me after your wedding 🙂, but only if you get one with a single layer and something mid-sized 🙂. You can come check out my wedding dress while you're at it to see the style—unless you already ruined it? If you didn't, I 🙂 can show you.

Walter Moore5 said:Did you book both photography and video, or just one? And are you planning on getting prints made? I noticed their website mentions a discount on prints if they handle the shooting themselves. Could you give me a quick rundown of what they're like and what the total cost might look like by the end?

Yes, I booked both... and we haven't quite finalized the details regarding the editing yet. I actually met Mary in person, and she's wonderful—truly an artist. Her photos are stunning, and every single one feels unique. From the video clips I've seen, I expect the footage will be just as beautiful and distinct. They have a different vibe than most, which I really appreciate. As for the pricing, it's all listed on their site, and I think it's pretty reasonable overall.🙂