Everything you need for a California wedding

David King72 said:mila lately, all I've been hearing is negative feedback
about a month ago, she took orders for three more brides at the exact same time as my friend
just imagine four brides all showing up at once, each bringing a guest; the salon turned into a total circus and obviously, she couldn't give everyone the attention they deserved
no wonder she was so high-strung

I actually experienced that firsthand when we visited her. Even though the staff member working with us was incredibly attentive to our bride-to-be, we still ended up waiting quite a while. Since every single bride had guests in tow, there wasn't even enough seating for everyone to get comfortable.

Larry Smith3 said:I don't quite understand it either, particularly when they tell us how much work goes into setting up the hall... as if that's our responsibility to pay for.🤷

In the end, we decided to go with Nirs; the venue just felt more right to us, and we received more recommendations for them. Regarding Ino, everyone tells us "the food is amazing," which I certainly believe, but that seems to be the extent of the feedback we get.🙂

Has anyone here recently looked into getting a wedding dress from Miles in San Diego? I am absolutely enamored with the Maggie Sottero designs, but a friend mentioned that they don't offer alterations if the dress is too long, and she hasn't heard many glowing reviews about that specific boutique. I also saw someone on the forum mention that they canceled a dress just a few days before the wedding. I actually went there with a friend a while back, and my overall impression was wonderful until the moment the lady, prompted by a question about whether they rent out baskets, started lecturing us about her own personal integrity (that kind of thing generally irritates me and makes me want to walk out immediately). However, since I've also heard so many compliments, I'm feeling a bit conflicted now.😕

Wedding dresses aren't actually shortened; rather, they are usually cut at a certain point and then the "shortening" is handled through alterations.
In one boutique, I once commented that I couldn't possibly wear a specific gown because there was nowhere to "tuck" the excess fabric, and the saleswoman insisted that their job is to find a way to make every dress exactly what the client desires.
Anyway, I'm not from the area, but from what I have seen, most bridal salons have similar pricing. My advice would be to visit that salon, see how you feel, and if it doesn't sit right with you, simply go somewhere else. I believe Maggie Sottero styles can be found in many different shops.

I’ll try my luck on this thread, since it feels like the photography discussion hasn't quite hit its stride yet. Anyway, does anyone have a recommendation for someone whose style mirrors Papaja or Maji Jokic, but stays within a budget of roughly $2667? I'm strictly looking for photography services here.

Thomas Nguyen53 said:I’ll try my luck on this thread, since it feels like the photography discussion hasn't quite hit its stride yet. Anyway, does anyone have a recommendation for someone whose style mirrors Papaja or Maji Jokic, but stays within a budget of roughly $2667? I'm strictly looking for photography services here.

Check out Bonačić Studio

Larry Smith3 said:I don't quite understand it either, particularly when they tell us how much work goes into setting up the hall... as if that's our responsibility to pay for.🤷

In the end, we decided to go with Nirs; the venue just felt more right to us, and we received more recommendations for them. Regarding Ino, everyone tells us "the food is amazing," which I certainly believe, but that seems to be the extent of the feedback we get.🙂

Has anyone here recently looked into getting a wedding dress from Miles in San Diego? I am absolutely enamored with the Maggie Sottero designs, but a friend mentioned that they don't offer alterations if the dress is too long, and she hasn't heard many glowing reviews about that specific boutique. I also saw someone on the forum mention that they canceled a dress just a few days before the wedding. I actually went there with a friend a while back, and my overall impression was wonderful until the moment the lady, prompted by a question about whether they rent out baskets, started lecturing us about her own personal integrity (that kind of thing generally irritates me and makes me want to walk out immediately). However, since I've also heard so many compliments, I'm feeling a bit conflicted now.😕

I actually rented mine there three weeks ago... honestly, words can't even describe how great she was. I don't mind waiting a bit at the shop, so whatever...
Basically, when I picked up the dress, I couldn't decide on a veil, so she let me try both. We couldn't even do photos right after the party since we had to head straight out for our honeymoon, so she let me keep the dress for two weeks and just bring it back after the shoot. She even offered to lend me a ring pillow, baskets, a little dress for the flower girl, and ten small hairpins plus one big one. And the price for the dress? You can tell immediately it's a pre-owned piece, but man, it was such a steal. 🙂

Joshua Perez122 said:For me, it’s all about the vibe. I just really want everyone to have a blast and actually get out there on the dance floor, you know? We're looking at a crowd of maybe 200 people. As for the DJ, we're currently torn between Snoop Dogg and the White House... I guess we need to make a call and get everything booked within the next few days.

I was looking through some photos from when Skay played a wedding recently, and honestly, the decor—both inside and out—was stunning. They even did a welcome cocktail hour, which made the whole setup look so polished. My only real worry is that everyone might end up drifting toward the terrace, leaving the dance floor empty. I suppose there should be a way to manage the flow, maybe some kind of partition or layout trick to keep the party focused indoors.

I mean, I guess those glass walls could probably be closed off... I’ve been scrolling through some photos online and honestly, I really love the look of it. My only real hang-up is that whole layout where you have to walk right through the center just to get into the restaurant. It just feels a little off to me, you know? Price-wise, it’s definitely more affordable than the President, though they'd likely try to upcharge us on food and we'd end up needing more chairs too... I'm just going a little crazy because we're still totally indecisive about it all..

Joshua Perez122 said:I mean, I guess those glass walls could probably be closed off... I’ve been scrolling through some photos online and honestly, I really love the look of it. My only real hang-up is that whole layout where you have to walk right through the center just to get into the restaurant. It just feels a little off to me, you know? Price-wise, it’s definitely more affordable than the President, though they'd likely try to upcharge us on food and we'd end up needing more chairs too... I'm just going a little crazy because we're still totally indecisive about it all..

We booked sky, and you don't even have to trek through the middle of the building—they have their own elevator right from the garage, so you go straight from the car to the lift and pop out right in the restaurant!
They start with a welcome cocktail, and after that, the sliding glass wall gets shut—guests aren't really supposed to head outside during the night since people smoke indoors (which was a huge requirement for me—I don't want little groups drifting away). There's only one door to the outside if someone absolutely insists on stepping out.
To me, sky is a much better option than the President. That carpet and all the woodwork there? It just doesn't feel "wedding happy" to me—it feels a bit too dark and stuffy. But hey, that’s just my take!

I actually had no idea about the elevator, thanks so much for letting me know... I guess we'll most likely end up booking Sky.

Hey ladies,

I’m looking for some serious advice regarding photographers in San Diego. We have a wedding coming up this summer, and right now we’re torn between choosing Lawrence or Atlantic Photo Studio. If anyone here has had actual experience with either one—better experiences, even—please, do let me know. Also, just to be completely transparent, we ended up booking the Margarita venue strictly because it was available on our date, though I can't say I'm particularly thrilled with the choice; it feels a bit cramped and isn't exactly the most beautifully maintained spot, but if the service turns out to be top-notch, I suppose everything else becomes secondary. Or so I hope. So, if any of you have dealt with Margarita or these specific photographers before, you would truly be doing me a massive favor by helping me clear this up. 🙂

Terry Taylor8 said:Hey ladies,

I’m looking for some serious advice regarding photographers in San Diego. We have a wedding coming up this summer, and right now we’re torn between choosing Lawrence or Atlantic Photo Studio. If anyone here has had actual experience with either one—better experiences, even—please, do let me know. Also, just to be completely transparent, we ended up booking the Margarita venue strictly because it was available on our date, though I can't say I'm particularly thrilled with the choice; it feels a bit cramped and isn't exactly the most beautifully maintained spot, but if the service turns out to be top-notch, I suppose everything else becomes secondary. Or so I hope. So, if any of you have dealt with Margarita or these specific photographers before, you would truly be doing me a massive favor by helping me clear this up. 🙂

Honestly, just find a photographer from San Francisco or maybe a freelancer. You'll get way more quality options, and some won't even charge you extra for travel costs.

Who are you guys using for your workouts, what's the damage like, and what kind of stuff can they actually fix up for you?

We just booked the sky and now we're starting the hunt for the perfect band..
We've got Bravo Band on our minds, so if anyone could share some recent experiences with them, that would be amazing. We've already reached out and talked numbers. My musical taste is kind of all over the place—a mix of everything local and international, I guess. Thanks so much!

Joshua Perez122 said:We just booked the sky and now we're starting the hunt for the perfect band..
We've got Bravo Band on our minds, so if anyone could share some recent experiences with them, that would be amazing. We've already reached out and talked numbers. My musical taste is kind of all over the place—a mix of everything local and international, I guess. Thanks so much!

I was at a party near the Pink Panther recently... had to admit, I was still a bit out of it

Jack Murphy7 said:I was at a party near the Pink Panther recently... had to admit, I was still a bit out of it

Those "old timers" 🙂 always put on a hell of a show. They're great musicians and the parties are always top-tier.

I'm looking for some recommendations on florists with a solid reputation... any idea what kind of price range I should expect?

Joshua Perez122 said:We just booked the sky and now we're starting the hunt for the perfect band..
We've got Bravo Band on our minds, so if anyone could share some recent experiences with them, that would be amazing. We've already reached out and talked numbers. My musical taste is kind of all over the place—a mix of everything local and international, I guess. Thanks so much!

I hired them for my wedding. Honestly, there wasn't even a debate about other bands because I already knew they were the ones. They’re a bit pricier, but man, they blew me away. I’ve actually seen them play at two different weddings already. They aren't just going through the motions; they actually listen to what you want and stay flexible...

Could someone please send me Lucy Spanjer's phone number via DM, or perhaps a link to her Facebook profile? I haven't been able to track it down myself, unfortunately. Thanks! 🙂

Jeremy Lewis3 said:Could someone please send me Lucy Spanjer's phone number via DM, or perhaps a link to her Facebook profile? I haven't been able to track it down myself, unfortunately. Thanks! 🙂

https://www.facebook.com/lucija.spajic.37/photos_albums

Check under the albums—she has a section for wedding makeup... Any idea what she charges for that?

Hey everyone! I was wondering if anyone here has worked with Marina or heard anything about them? Specifically, I'm looking into photographer Anthony Gaspar. What's the deal with their albums or videos? Basically, any info at all would be super helpful. Also, if you have any recommendations for someone else you actually like who won't break the bank, please 🙂