I am a newbie, although I have been checking out other people's posts for awhile.
I am planning my wedding from out-of-state. It is next September. So far I have my photographer, videographer and DJ.
What else should I be doing now? Sometimes I feel so out of the loop!
Any recommendations for hair, makeup, flowers, cakes?
I will be getting ready in Suffolk in the East Islip area and the reception is in Massapequa at the Riviera.
rcheltrvel
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Hi,
I am planning my wedding from out of state and feel the same way. I only have the reception and ceremony locations booked and a band. If I come across a good vendor that I go see (I will be on LI doing wedding stuff on a few weekends in Jan), I will let you know. Let me know if you find anything good. How much was your photographer and videographer if you don't mind me asking?
Jamie&MarkSept.'05
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I haven't decided on my photo package yet, but it is in the $3-5K range. I LOVED the photographer though...Christine at Spelman Studios and her work was gorgeous! The only other photographer I liked was about the same price, but I loved Christine and she gives you a lot for your money...and with a big family I will need lots of pics to give away!
My videographer's price was great considering what others charge and he does great work....Timeless Treasures Video...it is $1250. for everything.
Have you had any luck with other vendors? I am looking into florists now.
What's your connection to LI? I grew up there, so that is why I am having the wedding there.
nov04LIbride
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Where are you planning from? I had my hair and makeup done at Dea Salon in Islip, which is probably near you!
ckgmwedding
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Another OTT planner! I grew up in Queens which is why I am getting married in LI. My FH is from NJ so it just works for us. I did everything in one week this past summer; it was insane. I do feel out of the loop, especially when I just want to meet with vendors to review certain things. Email and this site really are my friends!!!
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I HAVE THE SAME SITUATION...I AM LIVING IN FLORIDA BUT I AM GETTING MARRIED IN NEW YORK. I WANTED TO FIND A WEDDING PLANNER BUT EVERYONE SAID THAT THEY ARE SO EXPENSIVE
Jamie&MarkSept.'05
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I am getting ready in Great River (East Islip area) so Dea Salon in Islip...could be great. What are their prices like?
As far as getting a wedding planner, I could never do it...I hate having someone tell me what to do!!
Jamie&MarkSept.'05
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I am trying to plan from MA...close enough to drive down for weekends, but it can be hard to meet with vendors on weekends because they are busy with weddings!
DebsNY
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for hair - try lauren from racine in islip. she did a great job - and is really nice! fm me if you'd like her contact info!
rcheltrvel
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I grew up on LI and actually just moved away this September to Pennsylvania. I have no vendors set yet except a band. I am trying but it is hard to just make appointments on the weekends, they always have weddings. Plus I am finding that so many people are booked already. I liked the videographer you are using , he is booked for my date. He gave me the name of someone else that does video. On top of everything else, my wedding budget is going fast so I am trying to barter with some vendors for their services inchange for web development, that is what I do for a living and own my own company. I will list my vendors as I get them. I am just busy trying to still get a dress, which I just started looking for last week.
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hey girls, I planned my wedding from Rhode Island, with the help of my family...
Sinceits an off season, maybe contact a few vendors you want to meet with, and make some appointments for the weekend. Laurie at LA Blossom comes very highly recommended for flowers...I used Kim-Jon Designs, based out of SOuthampton for mine and have hnothing but praise for all the hard work and beautiful flowers...
Website is: www.kimjondesigns.com Good Luck!!
Jamie&MarkSept.'05
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LA Blossom is booked up for my date!
I met with Flowers by Michelle and really liked her, but I am a little hesitant because of the price. I want calla lilies for my bridesmaids though so I feel like no matter what my flowers will be expensive!
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Posted by Jamie&MarkSept.'05
LA Blossom is booked up for my date!
I met with Flowers by Michelle and really liked her, but I am a little hesitant because of the price. I want calla lilies for my bridesmaids though so I feel like no matter what my flowers will be expensive!
try putting a post on vendors helping brides, tell them your date, waht you are looking for a quote and they will FM You.
I also have heard burtons is great. But, with your wedding being This coming September, a lot of the vendors will be booked since its prime time.
Good luck tho!
rcheltrvel
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I am getting married in the Hamptons so a photographer from Southhampton may be a good choice, do you remember how much your photography package was and what you got for it?
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Posted by Jamie&MarkSept.'05
I am trying to plan from MA...close enough to drive down for weekends, but it can be hard to meet with vendors on weekends because they are busy with weddings!
Where in MA?? I am in the Boston area planning a LI wedding too:)
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I am also planning my wedding from out of state, VA, right outside of DC, its been crazy, all I have set so far is the reception site, so if any of you recommend good vendors PLEASE let me know!
Jamie&MarkSept.'05
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I am about 20 minutes north of Boston in Woburn...how about you Debfrisone?
debfrisone
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Posted by Jamie&MarkSept.'05
I am about 20 minutes north of Boston in Woburn...how about you Debfrisone?
I am in Medford. We're neighbors!! How exciting!?
holly231
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I am in Rhode ISland!! KEts have a NEw England GTG
holly231
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Posted by debfrisone
Posted by Jamie&MarkSept.'05
I am about 20 minutes north of Boston in Woburn...how about you Debfrisone?
