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My 9/30 Wedding at The Riviera Completed...WITH PICS!!

Kurtsk8 Posted: Oct 11, 2007 01:32 PM+

Kurtsk8 MEMBER SINCE: 4/07 TOTAL POSTS : 509 WEDDING DATE: Sep 30, 2007

Posted: Oct 11, 2007 01:32 PM

My 9/30 Wedding at The Riviera Completed...WITH PICS!!

Ok let me start by saying it was truly the best say of my life and it went wayyyyy too fast and if I could go back in time to do it again, I wouldn't do anything differently!

The Weather A+++++++++++++++++
Absolutely amazing!! Our pictures look like it was a destination wedding...not a cloud in the sky and warm but NO humidity! JUST beautiful!

Reverend Doug Madlon A++++++
We met Doug through DH's mother and we couldn't have been more impressed with him. He was the niceset, sweetest, most down to earth guy we ever met and were so happy with how he performed the ceremony! It was so touching and heart felt and just really special!

The Riviera A++
Amazing! I worked with Michelle from the very beginning and she was nothing but great. I was super annoying and even changed our date TWICE! she gave me her cell phone number and never got annoyed with me...even though I know I was annoying! hahah.
The day was perfect. They did a great job setting up, the food was EXCELLENT and people could not stop raving about the ambiance and the service! DH and I were very happy with how everything turned out but mildly disappointed with the Maitre'D and the Bridal Assistant. I saw the Maitre'D maybe twice the whole time and the same for the Bridal Assistant, honestly I couldn't even tell you their names! DH got annoyed when he had to get up and get his own drinks a few times, but it wasn't the biggest deal, there was just a lot going on I guess. BUT I was a little bothered when someone stepped on my bustle and it broke and the Bridal Assistant didn't offer to help out at all....but who cares now? I definitely didn't let it affect the amazing day!! Overall a great place, great people and I would recommend it to anyone!!

Flower Michele A+
My first appointment there was with Barbara and when she left John took over our order. We changed everything after meeting with him and I was so thrilled on the day of when John showed up at my door with all the flowers! They were gorgeous! All of the bo-Ks were gorgeous, the colors really popped on the boutineers, but I was mildly disappointed with the flowers on the gazebo. They were not at all what we talked about, but again they were pretty and it wasn't the biggest deal. Overall, it was easy and fun to work with John. He even made the color for my dog who was the RB. It was so cute! Great Job by Flower Michele and I would again defintelely recommend them to anyone!!

DJ-Platinum Productions A+++++++++++++
Absolutely AMAZING! Frankie was our MC and he just blew everyone's minds! he sang along to the songs and really got everyone involved! Our video guy said that for a Sunday afternoon the crowd was partying like it was a Saturday night!! Steve was the DJ and with little to no direction, he did a great job with songs! DH and I aren't crazy music people so we gave them a lot of freedom and little guidance...they did a perfect job and we were soooo happy with them! again, I would definitely recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat!

Photography-Thomas Paul A++++
Tom was awesome to work with and took great pictures! From the engagement pics to the wedding proofs I was blown away. On the day of he also worked with David who was a sweetheart and took great shots! They are an awesome team, check out my albums! I would definitley recommend Tom to anyone!

Video-Memories are Forever-Vinny
No score yet because I haven't seen the video! Vinny was fun to work with and a super nice guy. Totally not obtrusive, I actually forgot we had a videographer at one point! Great prices and a great attitude! Can't wait to see the video!

Limo-All Star Limo-Charlie & Bob A+++++++
Great prices, Great people, GREAT place to do business with. I worked with Debbie and she was a DOLL! The drivers were great and really cared about all of us! I will definitely be using them again and would recommend them to all LIW brides who don't want to deal with limo stress on the day of!

My Dress-Bridal Suite of Bayshore A+++
When I first found out I was prego and that the dress I had wasn't going to fit, I started shopping for a new one. I didn't have much time and nobody wanted to waste their time with me! MaryEllen at Bayshore was awesome and let me buy the sample because it was brand new and fit so well! Because of the weight gain, but the time the wedding came I barely needed any alterations! (The Dress was a Pronovias Embrujo) My only advice is to not deal with the younger girls there because they don't know what they're doing or what they're talking about. MaryEllen is the owner and she knows what's up! Definitely check them out!

BM Dresses-White House|Black Market A+++
My GIrls ordered their dresses ONLINE!! They all ordered their normal clothing size and nobody needed any alterations. They were perfect and I hope they can wear them again especially because they are all black!

Tuxedos-Gino's Fashion Tuxedos A++++
Jen was great to deal with. Everything went smoothly and with a bunch of picky annoying guys it went soooo well! There were NO problems and all of the guys looked so handsome! I couldn't be happier! Definitely check them out!

Invitations
Rehearsal Dinner-Kate's Paperie A+++
They had really cute ones that I could fill out myself. Super quick and easy and everyone loved them!
Wedding-Galleria Favors & Invitations A++
Joyce was a pleasure to work with! They had a TON of options and the prices were the best around. Turnaround time was quick and I was so happy with the end product. I got so many compliments on the invites and it was so stress free!! Great place to work with!

Favors:
ASPCA Donation A++++++
I worked with Linda and she was SOO Sweet. She helped me get all the materials together and sent everything fedex so I would have it in time for the wedding! I really love animals and it meant a lot to be able to donate money to help them!
Discountmugs.com A++++++
We are big tequila drinkers so another favor was a screened shot glass (check out the pic in my album). This website had CRAZY good prices and delivered them so quickly. A few of them broke in transit but they include a ton extra just in case and it was perfect! People LOVED them!

The Rehearsal Dinner-Pompeii-B
The place is really nice, the food was good, but the service was HORRIBLE! our waiter was so mean to us and really made for an uncomfy evening! It's definitely better for a party of 25+. Less than that, I would advice going elsewhere.

Honeymoon-St Lucia-Sandals Grande A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++
I have only GREAT GREAT GREAT things to say! from the weather, to the people, to the food, to the activities..it was just perfect. check out pictures in my album and FM me for details, but it was beautiful.

If you want to see more Non Pro pics check out kateandkurt.shutterfly.com!!!

redjasper32 Posted: Oct 11, 2007 04:04 PM+

redjasper32 MEMBER SINCE: 3/07 TOTAL POSTS : 1151 WEDDING DATE: Nov 10, 2012

Posted: Oct 11, 2007 04:04 PM

Re: My 9/30 Wedding at The Riviera Part ONE

Congratulations!!! Thanks for posting your review....cant wait to see the pics.

Dougs Girl Posted: Oct 11, 2007 05:48 PM+

Dougs Girl MEMBER SINCE: 8/07 TOTAL POSTS : 2437 WEDDING DATE: Oct 25, 2008

Posted: Oct 11, 2007 05:48 PM

Re: My 9/30 Wedding at The Riviera Part ONE

Congratulations! Can't wait to hear more and see your pics.

TnJ041809 Posted: Oct 11, 2007 07:27 PM+

TnJ041809 MEMBER SINCE: 9/07 TOTAL POSTS : 1038 WEDDING DATE: May 15, 2009

Posted: Oct 11, 2007 07:27 PM

Re: My 9/30 Wedding at The Riviera Part ONE

Congrats!!!!

Thanks for the review I can't wait to see picks I'm planning my 09 wedding there and all the info would really help!!

Unapearla Posted: Oct 11, 2007 07:55 PM+

Unapearla MEMBER SINCE: 8/05 TOTAL POSTS : 7035 WEDDING DATE: Jul 01, 2007

Posted: Oct 11, 2007 07:55 PM

Re: My 9/30 Wedding at The Riviera Part ONE

congratulations!

Ilovebriani Posted: Oct 11, 2007 10:27 PM+

Ilovebriani MEMBER SINCE: 12/06 TOTAL POSTS : 4544 WEDDING DATE: Apr 12, 2008

Posted: Oct 11, 2007 10:27 PM

Re: My 9/30 Wedding at The Riviera Part ONE

i can't wait to see your pics!!!

snwb08 Posted: Oct 12, 2007 03:43 PM+

snwb08 MEMBER SINCE: 4/07 TOTAL POSTS : 4828 WEDDING DATE: May 31, 2008

Posted: Oct 12, 2007 03:43 PM

Re: My 9/30 Wedding at The Riviera Part ONE

OMG i'm getting married there - please post pics of EVERYTHING and details of anything you did through them - I can't wait to read the rest!! So glad you like them!! thanks!!! and Congratulations!!!!

NapaValleyGirl Posted: Oct 13, 2007 11:44 AM+

NapaValleyGirl MEMBER SINCE: 5/07 TOTAL POSTS : 5029 WEDDING DATE: Sep 20, 2008

Posted: Oct 13, 2007 11:44 AM