9/20/03 BOURNE MANSION Wedding Review - Links to Pics!
Here ya' go girls!
Photos:
Proofs
Digital Shots
Photos from family & friends
BRIDAL GOWN: Stephen Yearick from Bridal Reflections, Carle Place
A-
Thank god for my seamstress, Lee!!!! She kept me sane! Unfortunately, I was measured incorrectly (hence the A minus) and needed to have my dress hemmed 2 inches…not an easy feat since my whole gown was lace & bead work. But Lee did it!!!!! And then some! She also added straps (hand beaded them to match my gown), as well as added a double bustle with reinforced buttons for the weight of my gown. I must say, we (my sister and friends) had a blast with Lee & the young girls who help out with the fittings.
TIARA: Nelson D’Leon from Iman Bridal Salon, Old Brookville
B-
They weren’t on top of things like I would have hoped. They never called to tell me when my tiara arrived, so I called them. I went in to pick it up only to find it wasn’t the correct tiara. They apologized and told me they would have it for me by the end of the week and they did. The sales associate I had been working with was kind and apologetic, while the bridal salon’s owner had a major attitude…not one which is beneficial in a customer service oriented business.
BRIDESMAIDS GOWNS: Netbride.com
A+
I initially went to a bridal salon and they wanted $100 more than Netbride!! (I also decided to go with an online retailer because most of my girls live out of state and I didn’t want to hassle them with having to come down to the Island for fittings, etc.) Even though they’re an online business, they’re very much customer service oriented! They kept me updated with emails and the gowns arrived earlier than the expected delivery date.
As for the gowns, they were Watters & Watters. My girls and guests loved them! So did the groomsmen! The guys were kind enough to tell me that I had a hot bridal party and that I picked “flattering” dresses. LOL!
GROOM’S TUXEDO: Canali from Marsh’s, Huntington
A+
Top notch service!!!!! My husband has used them before and we knew that was the place to go. He purchased everything there: tuxedo, shoes, tie and vest.
GROOMSMEN TUXEDOS: Jones of New York, The Men’s Wearhouse
A+
We chose them because all of our groomsmen were from out of state. They were very organized and efficient. They kept us up to date on who had done what and were even kind enough to give one of our groomsmen the free rental because my husband didn’t need a tuxedo rental. No one seemed to have any problems with their attire or with pick-ups/returns.
REHEARSAL DINNER: 105 Harbor, Cold Spring Harbor
A+
OMG!!!! I drool when I think about their food! Everybody was raving! And the view of the harbor doesn’t hurt either!!! Definitely check it out whether it’s for a RD location or just for dinner & drinks!!!!!
RECEPTION: The Bourne Mansion (Lessing’s)
A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
One word, “WOW!” That’s what everybody kept saying in regards to the mansion, food and service. They went above and beyond our expectations. My parents have even been receiving thank-you notes from guests and family & friends keep telling us that was the best wedding they’ve ever been to! Sounds like a cheesy movie review, but people are still raving about it. (I could go on and on, but I’ve probably bored most of you already.)
FLORIST: Flower Michele, Halesite/Huntington
A+++++++++++
John and his team really out did themselves! I can’t wait to get some pics of the centerpieces and mantles so you guys can see the outstanding job they did! My husband and I showed up at the mansion a bit early and got to see first hand how hard John and his team work.
DJ: Parties Alive, Hauppauge
A
I had some concerns about them towards the end. A phone conversation with the owner, also the MC that I had booked, left me a bit worried and angered. In the end, it all worked out. They played the songs I requested and did a wonderful job judging the music. The dance floor was packed with people having one hell of a good time. In fact, I was shocked at how many people were dancing!!! (My biggest fear was an empty dance floor.) They earned their tip!!!
CAKE: Audrey’s, West Sayville
A+
Yumma!!!! And it looked just as good as it tasted!!!! Tom had the cake colors match my gown. It was simple and elegant. Better than I expected!!! Everything everyone says about Audrey’s is TRUE!!!!
PIANIST: James Tartaglia of Music…JHT!
A+
The mansion has a beautiful piano and we thought it would be a waste to have it “just sit there” for the cocktail hour, well cocktail hour & a half. It was a last minute request and Jim got in touch with me immediately. He’s very professional and enthusiastic. Unfortunately, I didn’t get to hear much of his performance because I was running around, but the little pieces I did catch were wonderful. He definitely contributed to the ambiance of the mansion.
Photos:
Proofs
Digital Shots
Photos from family & friends
BRIDAL GOWN: Stephen Yearick from Bridal Reflections, Carle Place
A-
Thank god for my seamstress, Lee!!!! She kept me sane! Unfortunately, I was measured incorrectly (hence the A minus) and needed to have my dress hemmed 2 inches…not an easy feat since my whole gown was lace & bead work. But Lee did it!!!!! And then some! She also added straps (hand beaded them to match my gown), as well as added a double bustle with reinforced buttons for the weight of my gown. I must say, we (my sister and friends) had a blast with Lee & the young girls who help out with the fittings.
TIARA: Nelson D’Leon from Iman Bridal Salon, Old Brookville
B-
They weren’t on top of things like I would have hoped. They never called to tell me when my tiara arrived, so I called them. I went in to pick it up only to find it wasn’t the correct tiara. They apologized and told me they would have it for me by the end of the week and they did. The sales associate I had been working with was kind and apologetic, while the bridal salon’s owner had a major attitude…not one which is beneficial in a customer service oriented business.
BRIDESMAIDS GOWNS: Netbride.com
A+
I initially went to a bridal salon and they wanted $100 more than Netbride!! (I also decided to go with an online retailer because most of my girls live out of state and I didn’t want to hassle them with having to come down to the Island for fittings, etc.) Even though they’re an online business, they’re very much customer service oriented! They kept me updated with emails and the gowns arrived earlier than the expected delivery date.
As for the gowns, they were Watters & Watters. My girls and guests loved them! So did the groomsmen! The guys were kind enough to tell me that I had a hot bridal party and that I picked “flattering” dresses. LOL!
GROOM’S TUXEDO: Canali from Marsh’s, Huntington
A+
Top notch service!!!!! My husband has used them before and we knew that was the place to go. He purchased everything there: tuxedo, shoes, tie and vest.
GROOMSMEN TUXEDOS: Jones of New York, The Men’s Wearhouse
A+
We chose them because all of our groomsmen were from out of state. They were very organized and efficient. They kept us up to date on who had done what and were even kind enough to give one of our groomsmen the free rental because my husband didn’t need a tuxedo rental. No one seemed to have any problems with their attire or with pick-ups/returns.
REHEARSAL DINNER: 105 Harbor, Cold Spring Harbor
A+
OMG!!!! I drool when I think about their food! Everybody was raving! And the view of the harbor doesn’t hurt either!!! Definitely check it out whether it’s for a RD location or just for dinner & drinks!!!!!
RECEPTION: The Bourne Mansion (Lessing’s)
A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
One word, “WOW!” That’s what everybody kept saying in regards to the mansion, food and service. They went above and beyond our expectations. My parents have even been receiving thank-you notes from guests and family & friends keep telling us that was the best wedding they’ve ever been to! Sounds like a cheesy movie review, but people are still raving about it. (I could go on and on, but I’ve probably bored most of you already.)
FLORIST: Flower Michele, Halesite/Huntington
A+++++++++++
John and his team really out did themselves! I can’t wait to get some pics of the centerpieces and mantles so you guys can see the outstanding job they did! My husband and I showed up at the mansion a bit early and got to see first hand how hard John and his team work.
DJ: Parties Alive, Hauppauge
A
I had some concerns about them towards the end. A phone conversation with the owner, also the MC that I had booked, left me a bit worried and angered. In the end, it all worked out. They played the songs I requested and did a wonderful job judging the music. The dance floor was packed with people having one hell of a good time. In fact, I was shocked at how many people were dancing!!! (My biggest fear was an empty dance floor.) They earned their tip!!!
CAKE: Audrey’s, West Sayville
A+
Yumma!!!! And it looked just as good as it tasted!!!! Tom had the cake colors match my gown. It was simple and elegant. Better than I expected!!! Everything everyone says about Audrey’s is TRUE!!!!
PIANIST: James Tartaglia of Music…JHT!
A+
The mansion has a beautiful piano and we thought it would be a waste to have it “just sit there” for the cocktail hour, well cocktail hour & a half. It was a last minute request and Jim got in touch with me immediately. He’s very professional and enthusiastic. Unfortunately, I didn’t get to hear much of his performance because I was running around, but the little pieces I did catch were wonderful. He definitely contributed to the ambiance of the mansion.
