Everything you need for a Midwest wedding

silentcobra73 said:So, who's playing for you?

The saxophone.

silentcobra73 said:And what's the price for 100 Proof? Like, what is it about them that you like so much?

I'm not 100% sure on the exact cost, but I'd guess it's somewhere around $2,200. First off, I absolutely love that they have a female lead singer—some people might not care, but for me, it’s a huge deal! Plus, the energy is going to be insane. They play everything, including those massive pop anthems you hear at every big American party... you know, like Taylor Swift or Katy Perry vibes. It's gonna be wild!

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Curkeee!!! I know I'm probably asking this again... the quote tool just won't work for me lately... and my usual makeup artist just bailed on me... so does anyone have any recommendations for a pro in the Midwest area? Ideally someone who can travel to my small town, USA?

Hmm, I heard Valentina Rosso is heading back home soon, and honestly, she’s such a talented girl! 🙂

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Alexander Thompson93 said:I'm not 100% sure on the exact cost, but I'd guess it's somewhere around $2,200. First off, I absolutely love that they have a female lead singer—some people might not care, but for me, it’s a huge deal! Plus, the energy is going to be insane. They play everything, including those massive pop anthems you hear at every big American party... you know, like Taylor Swift or Katy Perry vibes. It's gonna be wild!

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We also booked the 100% band for next year😁
Haven't caught them live yet, but after all the reviews and forums, we pulled the trigger on them. We checked out Victor last Saturday—they were killer, but their setlist isn't really our style. They lean way too hard into those recent female pop tracks, which I personally hate hearing a guy sing, and they won't touch any country music no matter what you say.
The 100% band has this female singer who sounds amazing, they've been together forever, and they'll play whatever we want if we negotiate. Plus, the frontman is such a chill, down-to-earth guy, feels like you've known him for years. 🙂Price is $1,600, with a $200 deposit.

Hey, OP! I actually thought they were going to be even cheaper than this😬 absolutely wonderful!! 😍

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Since this forum has been such an invaluable resource for us while living away from the Midwest, we wanted to give a quick rundown of our recent party.
The venue was Crystal, and the music was provided by the STILL band. We didn't sweat the small stuff during the planning phase—we focused entirely on two pillars: the food and the band.
The catering was excellent—truly great—though minor details are always subjective depending on individual tastes, and the service was top-notch. We’ll certainly remember the night because of the performance by STILL band; they were fantastic, and the setlist was spot on. From the moment we walked into the hall, the energy was there, especially thanks to their female vocalist—Rose (who became an instant favorite among our moms throughout the evening). Our guests were beyond satisfied, which is what matters most to me.
In short, everyone if you get the chance, go listen to them!!!
We're happy to share this if it helps anyone else—we know firsthand all the dilemmas you face when planning. :-)

Roger Cooper5 said:Since this forum has been such an invaluable resource for us while living away from the Midwest, we wanted to give a quick rundown of our recent party.
The venue was Crystal, and the music was provided by the STILL band. We didn't sweat the small stuff during the planning phase—we focused entirely on two pillars: the food and the band.
The catering was excellent—truly great—though minor details are always subjective depending on individual tastes, and the service was top-notch. We’ll certainly remember the night because of the performance by STILL band; they were fantastic, and the setlist was spot on. From the moment we walked into the hall, the energy was there, especially thanks to their female vocalist—Rose (who became an instant favorite among our moms throughout the evening). Our guests were beyond satisfied, which is what matters most to me.
In short, everyone if you get the chance, go listen to them!!!
We're happy to share this if it helps anyone else—we know firsthand all the dilemmas you face when planning. :-)

Crystal Geyser in Gary, Indiana or Indianapolis?
Could you please tell me which little details you weren't happy with? We actually put down a deposit for them, so I want to know what to watch out for.

rustyjackal26 said:If it means anything to you, my friend, we were there back in October and had an absolutely stellar experience. The service is top-tier, the food is divine, and the facilities are kept spotless and well-maintained. A close friend of mine was actually just telling me about her recent visit, claiming the food and service there even outshone some of the spots in Indianapolis.

I’m totally on board with everything being said here... I’ve been to quite a few weddings over at the Wolf center and I’ve always been super happy with the whole experience. I actually have a wedding coming up next year that’s also going to be held at the Wolf center, so I can definitely give them my seal of approval..🙂

Hey, does anyone have any recent intel on the Ryan band out of Kansas City?? I caught them playing at a wedding a few years back and they were seriously killer! Now I’m dying to know what the current vibe is like—anybody seen them lately? Thanks a ton!

shadowrider66 said:I’m totally on board with everything being said here... I’ve been to quite a few weddings over at the Wolf center and I’ve always been super happy with the whole experience. I actually have a wedding coming up next year that’s also going to be held at the Wolf center, so I can definitely give them my seal of approval..🙂

Thanks, ladies! 🙂
We already put down our deposit for next year, too. It's just been a while since I was last there, so I figured I'd double-check with you all first. 🙂

Hey, does anyone happen to have some "Welcome" signs I could borrow or maybe rent for a bit? I really don't feel like dropping cash on them just to use them for a few hours... I'm hanging out around Indianapolis and the Napa Valley area. 😁

Hey ladies! If you're hunting for a band, you seriously need to check out Greg from Kansas City. We hired them for a wedding about 7 months ago and everyone absolutely lost it—in a good way. They've got clips on YouTube if you want to hear them for yourself. They’re legit wedding pros and even bring their own backing tracks for the day. They cost us about $1,200, but honestly? Seeing how much the guests loved them made it totally worth it. 😍

Hey everyone!
Can anyone tell me what the deal is with the Lord club over in Springfield...

I wonder if anyone actually knows what they’re charging for a wedding menu over at the Kroger restaurants these days?

Hi there,

Does anyone here happen to have any experience working with Beck studios over in Columbus? I was wondering if you could tell me how you felt about their work and if you were generally satisfied with the results they produced.

I’d really suggest checking out those photographers over in Savannah. From what I’ve heard through the grapevine, their rates are way more budget-friendly 🙂

@hollowdrifter51

What exactly do you mean by that?

I was wondering if any of you all have ever actually tried hiring photographers and videographers from two separate studios for a wedding? I’m curious how that usually turns out in the end—does it work out okay, or is it a bit of a mess?

Ladies, I have a quick question for you. Where have you all been sourcing your rosemary lately?
I'm looking for someone reliable—someone who isn't just shoving random sprigs into a bag or tying them up with cheap little ribbons.

Does anyone know someone offering private dance lessons in Columbus who isn't Leo?