Sorry for the long delay in posting this review – We had a sunny, warm wonderful day. It was everything we hoped for and more.
Make-up: Beautiful Beginnings – Patty is wonderful. She arrived early, was so much fun and her work is just phenomenal. Everyone’s make-up lasted well through the afternoon and night. Hair: His and Hers Patchogue: Maria is a family friend who got up at 5am to open early just for me. We loved our hair. Limo’s: Formal touch – Bob was great, the limo was gorgeous. The thirty-passenger bus that picked us all up at the end of the night was incredible; everyone wanted a longer ride! Photos and Video: Cassarino Studios: I’m still waiting on proofs…they were pleasant the day of the wedding. I felt like they were always chatting in the background sharing little private jokes but I’ve seen their work many times before so I’m hopeful all will turn out well. Flowers: Petals and Ink – Jennifer is so talented and such a pleasure to work with. I told her I wanted flowers straight out of Martha Stewart and she delivered beyond my expectations. Everyone raved about her work. She has my highest recommendations! DJ: Get in Tune Productions: Glen was great. He played all the music we requested. Most importantly he did not try to be the center of attention; he played great music and allowed everyone to have a wonderful time. He checked with us before doing anything and he had everyone dancing all afternoon long. The Vineyard Caterers: Simply Fabulous. Every detail was perfect. Our bridal attendant and Maitre D were superb. The food was plentiful and delicious and we thought it was just the most romantic setting for our wedding. I have nothing but fabulous things to say about their staff, the service and the food. Favors by Sugar, Sugar – We booked Ilona only 17 days before our weddings after my original baker canceled last minute. She is unbelievable!! She made the most wonderful German chocolate cake (groom's cake) in a hysterical stock market theme that everyone said was the best cake they had ever eaten. Then she made mini 5inch replica wedding cakes for favors- they were absolutely adorable, everyone loved them. Sugar, Sugar also gets a whole-hearted recommendation from us!
My husband surprised me for our honeymoon – I found our right after our ceremony that we were off to Australia and New Zealand for 3 weeks! He did an amazing job planning the best trip ever. We just got back a week ago, a bit jet-lagged but still on cloud nine. It was our dream come true wedding, I wish you all the same. Happy planning! Of course, some photos….