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Hey ladies, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a good florist around the Columbus, Warsaw, Indianapolis, or Savannah areas? 🙂

I suppose I wouldn't mind looking in Pittsburgh, either 🙂

Hey, has anyone here done a wedding or a rehearsal dinner at Robert Mondavi Winery or maybe Kendall-Jackson up in Napa Valley? Looking for some honest feedback—experiences?

Hey everyone... I’m reaching out because I could really use some help narrowing down the music selection for my wedding party. We’ve narrowed our top choices down to two local favorites: The Beach Boys and The Beach Boys. Honestly, I'm feeling a bit torn, so I would truly appreciate any thoughts or advice you might have!

Does anyone have recommendations for the best makeup artist and hairstylist in Pittsburgh? 😍

silentraven18 said:Hey ladies, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a good florist around the Columbus, Warsaw, Indianapolis, or Savannah areas? 🙂

I suppose I wouldn't mind looking in Pittsburgh, either 🙂

There is this one woman over in Ivankov! A couple of my girlfriends and an acquaintance of mine all used her for floral arrangements, and they were absolutely thrilled with the results. I would have to double-check the specific name later on, though I find it hard to believe there are five different florists in a town like Ivankov. Her pricing is quite reasonable, but you really do need to call ahead and schedule an appointment, mostly because she stays so incredibly booked up.

James Miller10 said:Hey everyone... I’m reaching out because I could really use some help narrowing down the music selection for my wedding party. We’ve narrowed our top choices down to two local favorites: The Beach Boys and The Beach Boys. Honestly, I'm feeling a bit torn, so I would truly appreciate any thoughts or advice you might have!

To be perfectly honest, I’ve never even heard of the second group, and frankly, the feedback on the first one has been a bit hit-or-miss. Personally, I just listen to Babylon, and they're actually the ones I ended up booking—even though I haven't had the pleasure of seeing them live yet, since every single person I asked kept raving about them. It wasn't until much later that I caught some videos of them online, and I have to say, they are hands down the most impressive of the bunch. So, that's where we stand; once we officially pull the trigger on them, we'll have to cover both their fee and their travel expenses, considering the wedding is going to be held in Canada.

Hey there! Just checking in! Hope everyone is having an absolutely stellar day! kaže:
Hey everyone! I could really use some help picking out the music for my wedding party. Right now, I’ve narrowed it down to two main choices: The Beach Boys from Indianapolis or The Beach Boys. I'm totally open to any and all suggestions! Every single comment helps!

The Beach Boys are totally alright! I haven't really heard much about The Beach Boys, though. 😬

rowdyangler11 said:To be perfectly honest, I’ve never even heard of the second group, and frankly, the feedback on the first one has been a bit hit-or-miss. Personally, I just listen to Babylon, and they're actually the ones I ended up booking—even though I haven't had the pleasure of seeing them live yet, since every single person I asked kept raving about them. It wasn't until much later that I caught some videos of them online, and I have to say, they are hands down the most impressive of the bunch. So, that's where we stand; once we officially pull the trigger on them, we'll have to cover both their fee and their travel expenses, considering the wedding is going to be held in Canada.

Is Babylon from Memphis? I actually caught them playing at a wedding once, and man, they were absolutely incredible! 👍

driftingjackal9 said:Hey there, OP... quick question for the group. My wedding is set for July 5th, and I’m currently spiraling because I need to find a hair stylist and a makeup artist. Since I'm living in New York City, I have absolutely no clue where to look in the surrounding areas—maybe Indianapolis, Columbus, or Savannah? Right now, I'm torn between Serena Williams and that Chanel studio in Columbus, but honestly, looking at their portfolios, the Chanel place seems to have a slightly better vibe.
Help me out here..... if this wedding were in NYC, I wouldn't even be asking because I'd know exactly where to go, but being out here is stressing me out. This is driving me nuts; I actually picked out my photographer and my band faster than this 😵

Thanks, and good luck to everyone 😍😍

It’s definitely Dragan from Chicago. Seriously, that woman is a total pro—hands down the best in the business! 😍 iPhone using Tapatalk

Alexander Thompson93 said:

Hey there! Just checking in! Hope everyone is having an absolutely stellar day! kaže:
Hey everyone! I could really use some help picking out the music for my wedding party. Right now, I’ve narrowed it down to two main choices: The Beach Boys from Indianapolis or The Beach Boys. I'm totally open to any and all suggestions! Every single comment helps!

The Beach Boys are totally alright! I haven't really heard much about The Beach Boys, though. 😬

Is Babylon from Memphis? I actually caught them playing at a wedding once, and man, they were absolutely incredible! 👍

It’s definitely Dragan from Chicago. Seriously, that woman is a total pro—hands down the best in the business! 😍 iPhone using Tapatalk

Oh, not literally! Every single member actually hails from a different city—you've got people from Memphis, Indianapolis, Savannah, and Akron—but since they just picked up a female vocalist from Memphis, most of them technically call Vinkulja home now! 🤣 That said, they travel all over the place for gigs. In fact, they’re actually scheduled to play for me out in Livno! A guy mentioned to me that it's quite the adventure for them, and they're even hoping to recruit some local talent from that area down the road.

rowdyangler11 said:There is this one woman over in Ivankov! A couple of my girlfriends and an acquaintance of mine all used her for floral arrangements, and they were absolutely thrilled with the results. I would have to double-check the specific name later on, though I find it hard to believe there are five different florists in a town like Ivankov. Her pricing is quite reasonable, but you really do need to call ahead and schedule an appointment, mostly because she stays so incredibly booked up.

I actually used that same woman for flowers and decor about two months back... Honestly, what she pulled off for $433 😍 was nothing short of a miracle.

Does she have a Facebook page or some kind of website where I can check out her work? Thanks!🙂

Hey everyone, my wedding date is slowly creeping up on me—August 2nd is the big day. 😁
We’ve pretty much locked down almost everything we need; now it’s just those last-minute technicalities that pop up right before the ceremony. 🙂
Just kidding: Teni, Small Town, USA
Photographer: Zoom, Local Band Area
Band: Subscription Box, Indianapolis
Hair & Makeup: Studio Chic, Indianapolis
Bridal Boutique: Nikoline, Indianapolis
Cakes: Local Business (we’re putting down a deposit this weekend at the wedding expo in Indy)
Florist: Camellia, Small Town, USA

We also finished our pre-cana course at the church. Now it’s just the small stuff: boutonnieres, home decor, bows, wedding bands, a suit for my guy, and SHOES... Honestly, I haven't found anything I actually like in any shop around Indianapolis, so I'll probably just head to Marry Ed (http://marryed.com/). Does anyone have recommendations for wedding bands here in Indianapolis or nearby? I'm looking for someone who makes beautiful pieces without the massive markup you find in the big jewelry stores. 😍

rustyjackal26 said:Hey everyone, my wedding date is slowly creeping up on me—August 2nd is the big day. 😁
We’ve pretty much locked down almost everything we need; now it’s just those last-minute technicalities that pop up right before the ceremony. 🙂
Just kidding: Teni, Small Town, USA
Photographer: Zoom, Local Band Area
Band: Subscription Box, Indianapolis
Hair & Makeup: Studio Chic, Indianapolis
Bridal Boutique: Nikoline, Indianapolis
Cakes: Local Business (we’re putting down a deposit this weekend at the wedding expo in Indy)
Florist: Camellia, Small Town, USA

We also finished our pre-cana course at the church. Now it’s just the small stuff: boutonnieres, home decor, bows, wedding bands, a suit for my guy, and SHOES... Honestly, I haven't found anything I actually like in any shop around Indianapolis, so I'll probably just head to Marry Ed (http://marryed.com/). Does anyone have recommendations for wedding bands here in Indianapolis or nearby? I'm looking for someone who makes beautiful pieces without the massive markup you find in the big jewelry stores. 😍

Regarding the rings, that jeweler over at Emmetts is actually really affordable, and they can make basically whatever you dream up! 😉

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I attended a wedding at Teni back in October. The venue itself is decent enough, though the layout felt somewhat peculiar, if you ask me. I found myself questioning the placement of the head table; the room is quite elongated, with the entrance on one end and the newlyweds positioned all the way at the other. Since the band and stage are situated right in the middle, if you happen to be seated near the door, the couple looks like tiny little ants from your perspective... 🤷 And goodness, I was freezing! The music they played was rather mediocre, which didn't exactly inspire me to hit the dance floor, and by the time midnight rolled around, I was practically shivering through my clothes.

My partner and I are heading to a Small Town, USA next week to pick out some wedding bands. The jeweler there is American and can custom-make just about anything you can imagine. I think I’ll do a bit of research online and perhaps bring a photo to show him, just in case nothing in his current collection catches my eye. Once we get everything sorted, I’ll be sure to share the name of the jeweler with you all, though I don't have it off the top of my head since my partner's colleague is driving us there. Her own wedding was just two months ago, and she managed to get her bands for around 200 dollars with a discount.

We also completed our pre-cana course... ☕ My goodness, what a waste of beautiful weather! Where on earth were you rustyjackal26?

I must admit, I haven't really put down any deposits yet, aside from securing the band. I suppose I’ve been lucky because here in Canada, weddings aren't really a year-round affair—you know, since relatives traveling from Germany or Switzerland can usually only make it over during the summer 🤣. In July and August, however, there are weddings every single day of the week, and they cram four or five couples into the church at once; you truly wouldn't believe your eyes if you saw 🤣. Because of that, I'm not too worried about anyone "snatching" my vendors. Besides, they don't even ask for a deposit. I’m traveling to a Small Town, USA in February, so I’ll double-check everything then (for the hundredth time, I'm sure). I actually tried calling them under a different name to see if I could book my slot, but they wouldn't let me. They hold the date for me without any money down. 😍 Honestly, those Canadians—they are such wonderful people.

But now, I’m feeling a bit anxious regarding the cake situation... You all really reminded me! It hadn't crossed my mind at all. I mean, I've never been a bride before, so I'm still learning! 😁 Now I need to find out if I need to book a professional or if the venue provides something, or if I can just bring my own. And what kind of price range should I realistically be looking at?

Andrew Hill4 said:Does she have a Facebook page or some kind of website where I can check out her work? Thanks!🙂

Iris or Jaka?

Iris - https://www.facebook.com/cvijecarnica.iris?fref=ts

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rustyjackal26 says: ........, SHOES... I haven't found anything at all that catches my eye when looking for shoes in Indianapolis, so I'll probably just end up grabbing something at Marry Ed (http://marryed.com/). Does anyone have any suggestions for wedding bands here in Indianapolis or maybe someone nearby who makes beautiful ones that aren't quite as pricey as what the big jewelry stores are charging? 😍

Wait, does that Marry Ed shop actually have a location in the US, or is it just over in Mexico? Those shoes look totally awesome... I'm honestly stumped on where to buy my own shoes, does anyone else have some good ideas? 😢

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silentraven18 said:Hey ladies, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a good florist around the Columbus, Warsaw, Indianapolis, or Savannah areas? 🙂

I suppose I wouldn't mind looking in Pittsburgh, either 🙂

I'd go with Mosaic. Good luck.

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Henry Harris5 said:If you ask me, the Chanel studio wins hands down for both hair and makeup!

I agree. I had my hair and makeup done there and honestly, I was thrilled with the results. Just a heads-up though—they stay incredibly busy, so you’ve got to book your appointment well in advance.

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mellowridge7 said:There is a group called Budweiser from Subway—they are honestly fantastic performers... though unfortunately, I wasn't able to book them because they were just a bit out of my budget. :/

TS šokac, these are awesome!

Alexander Rodriguez2 said:Hey everyone,

So, I'm a future bride here, and honestly, I'm struggling so much with picking a photographer.
Artis, my top choices are already booked for our date 😢

Right now, I'm just gathering quotes, so I've sent emails over to Marina Franov, Emina Janković, Danijel Soldo, and Andrew Car.

Does anyone have other suggestions??
I'd also love to hear about your own experiences or what you think of the ones I mentioned.

Highly recommend Igor Miličić. His DVDs and photos are top-tier. He’s handled my filming and photography before, even put together some music videos—you end up looking like actual stars on the screen.

@Quote : MirtaZ: I think Tena is a great choice. I’ve actually been there myself, and since the wedding is scheduled for the summer, I really doubt anyone is going to be freezing... 😁 As for the marriage ceremony, we went to a local church near Indianapolis. Every church does maintenance a few times a year, so you should probably check their schedule ahead of time so you don't end up showing up to a closed building. 🙂

@Peter Nelson: You won't find that shop here in the States. The closest one to me is over in Birmingham, Alabama. Everything else is located in Mexico.

Here’s another bride-to-be joining the conversation. My big day is May 24th and everything major is already booked. Right now, I’m just hunting for some affordable flower vase rentals in Savannah or maybe Memphis. I don't need full floral arrangements or anything—just the vases themselves. If anyone knows a spot, please let me know! I would be so incredibly grateful...😁

Greetings 🙂.

Everything for the wedding is officially set, except for one thing: the cake 🙂.

I am looking for recommendations for bakeries that I can trust—places that deliver something truly spectacular and joyful, yet maintain a professional level of service.
If you happen to have direct contact numbers, please send them my way via private message.

Thank you!

For all you hopeless romantics out there, my godmother and I hit up the fair in Savannah recently. It felt like a much smaller turnout than last year, with way fewer vendors lining the aisles. ☕ But hey, we didn't go empty-handed; we spent our time sampling those delicious cookies from babin greda and ended up buying a whole stash. 😍 We also decided to treat ourselves at Sardonix jewelry and picked up some gold earrings. 😁