Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!Finally some pics added!

***UPDATED WITH REVIEW OF MARCO PHOTOGRAPHY & MY WONDERFUL, BEAUTIFUL PROOFS!!!!***
First off, I must thank all of you for your insight and help over the past 2 years. My wedding was a dream come true and it wouldn't have been the fairytale it was had I not discovered this site. So THANK YOU! Now, on to my review:

ETS: There's many more pics in my Community Album-Please check them out! I'll try to get more posted soon! Thanks!

Mother Nature-A+++++++++++++++++
The day couldn't possibly have been more gorgues. I was convinced that I had sun angels watching over us the entire day!

Hair/Make-Up- Michael, The Jewel Box; N. Bellmore-A-
Michael was awesome. My hair was exactly what I wanted and I only had to touch up my lipstick throughout the day. He showed up to my house at 7:30 on the dot. He kept me relaxed and laughing all morning. He also works very very quickly. He did my mother, MOH, FG, grandma, and myself. Everyone loved the way their hair came out. The only negative is that he was WAY pricey, but I went with a recommendation and loved my trial.

Horse and Carriage-Valentine Carriage- B-/C
The carriage and horses were incredible, exactly what I invisioned. However, they were late arriving to my house (which made me over 20 minutes late to the ceremony). Also, working with them prior to the wedding was difficult, it was hard getting in touch with them and when I did speak to them I always felt that I was inconvincing them. However, as I said the carriage was beautiful, clean and the horses were amazing.
If you'd like more information FM me!

Trumpeteers-Fanfare Brass-A+
Fanfare was recommended to me from Valentine Carriage, and they were incredible. I can not say enough good things about Marty and his group. They played at our ceremony, as well as our reception. The trumpeteers were professional and courteas and I would use them again in a heart beat. Marty went out of his way to touch base with me throughout my planning, as well as accomadating. I had wanted them to play the Rocky theme song when my DH came out of the limo and that day it was all the guys could talk about! They loved it!

Limos-Sir Oliver Limousines-A+++++++++++
I love them! That's really all I have to say! We used them for my bachlorette party, as well as the wedding and each time they were on time, the limos were stocked and the drivers where AMAZING. Rachel, who was one of our drivers fluffed my dress and stayed with me and my dad until they opened the doors of the church. I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend Sir Oliver, they are so easy and wonderful to work with. They should be proud of how well they run their company!

Pictures-Old Westbury Gardens-A
This place was amazing, the gardens are incredible. Stephanie P. was wonderful, she walked us around the gardens, held my bo-k, and even carried my train. That girl worked for her money that day! and she was so sweet! It helps that she's also buddies with my younger brother! I can't way to see my proofs, I'm really happy that we splurged and decided to take some pictures there. As well as my other vendors, they were great to work with and made me feel like a princess on my day!

My Dress/BM's Dresses- Helen's Bridal-A+++++++++++++++++++++
I loved my experience with Tulla and Damaras at Helen's. They both felt more like my friends then my seamstress' by the end of my experience with them. Tulla repeatedly went above and beyond for me and my girls. One of my girls was from out of town and had her alterations done elsewhere. When she got off the plan (2 days before my wedding) I saw that the tails on the back of her dress were WAY to long. I called Tulla she didn't even hesitate! She corrected the issue and had the dress pressed and ready to go by early the next day! I'm going to miss them!

Mother of the Bride Dress-Bridal Accent-C
My mother loved her dress, and it was beautiful but she had some issues with her seamstress. FM me if you'd like more info.
Tuxedos- Tuxedo Park-A+
The guys looked wonderful in their tuxedos. They were so easy to work with, and my DH was very pleased with them.

Marco Photography-A++++
I haven't got my proofs yet, but that day he was awesome! He had everyone cracking up, I can't wait to see my proofs!!!!! Marco is awesome and I'll post them as soon as I get them! Prior to the wedding they were completly professional, easy to get in touch with, and incredibly friendly.
Updated 11/28-We picked up our proofs last night and they are simply stunning! I loved each and every one of the 380+ that we got! I now have to sit down and figure which ones I'll include in our album. Marco also told us last night that he would like to use our album as one of his samples!!! I thought that was sooooo sooo cool. As always he was super professional and wonderful.
Also future brides he told me he is in the process of moving to a larger studio (from exit 62 on LIE to 57) which is great for us Nassau Brides! LOL! I'll post my proofs when I stop being lazy and start scanning them!

Timeless Treasures-TBA/A+
Ray is wonderful. He is so great to work with! and you feel like he really cares about each person he works with. Each time we spoke he made me feel comfortable and excited about the wedding and my video. I have no doubt that my video will be perfect. The day of, I often forgot he was there! One of my friends even said she didn't know that I had a video b/c she didn't see him! I specifically requested that he didn't go around to each table and have them do a 'shout out' he held true to his word! I will let you know how my video turns out as soon as I see it!

Flowers-Colonial Florist-A++++++++++++
My flowers and centerpieces were stunning beyond words. I had really wanted a fall theme and Irene from Colonial truly made my vision come alive. The first sample I was wasn't exactly what I had anticipated and after sitting and talking we decided to meet again. The second time it was PERFECT! I loved everything about my flowers, everything was fresh and lasted for over a week! When I got home from my honeymoon my flowers were beginning to look yucky, I highly recommend them!

Little Cigar Factory-A+
They were so easy to work with, and they were a huge hit! All I saw was the line wrapped around the table. I didn't get a cigar (I didn't want one) but my DH loved it.

Mirage Music-A++++++++++++++++++
I don't remember much, but all of my friends are raving about them! The music was awesome. We are HUGE freestyle freaks and the best best best part of my wedding (besides my new DH!) was that Judy Torres was singing with the band!!!!!! Anyone who listens to freestyle would understand how awesome that was! Everyone was getting her autograph and her and the rest of the band were amazing!!!

Villa Lombardi's-A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Everyone there went above and beyond for us. I felt like a queen when I walked through there doors! The food was incredible and people are still calling to tell us that the food was amazing! Anyone having their wedding at Villa has NOTHING to worry about!

Honeymoon-Royal Caribbean
We went on a cruise and it was wonderful! We had a wonderful time even though it rained for a few days!

I hope I'm not missing anything. If anyone has any questions please FM me! I can not describe enough what a perfect day it was!!!!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

now I'll attempt to post some pics! bare with me!! LOL!

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Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

can't wait to see pics! great review...CONGRATS!!!!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

congrats, glad to hear about Villa

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

Congrats!! Can't wait to see pics!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

So happy to see another great review for Timeless Treasures and Villa Lombardi's!!!! Thank you for the review and I look forward to seeing some pictures!!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

congrats!!! great review lets see some pic's.

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

congratulations, can't wait to see pics. i'm especially interested in any pics of centerpieces/ceremony decorations as i'm in serious need of inspiration

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

congrats glad everything went well. Judy Torres that is awesome!!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!! Nice Review,,, That's so cool about Judy Torres.. awsome...

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!

I'm using Fanfare brass too. Marty is such a nice person! Congrats!

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Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!Finally some pics added!

Congratulations

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Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!Finally some pics added!

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Posted by g-lo

congratulations, can't wait to see pics. i'm especially interested in any pics of centerpieces/ceremony decorations as i'm in serious need of inspiration

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g-lo, I don't have any great pics of my centerpieces, but I should be getting my proofs soon. I'll post some as soon as I have them!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!Finally some pics added!

Congratulations!!!!

Re: Our 10/1 wedding review!!! YAY!!!!! I'm married!!!!Finally some pics added!

Congratulations on a beautiful wedding!
I love the Cinderella carriage!!
Best Wishes to you!