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Ok—my long awaited wedding review. It took me a while cause A- I was totally weddinged out and B- I got so super busy that I did not have the time to dedicate to this. So, without further adieu, here is my review!!
Wedding Dress
Kleinfeld. Of course about a month after the wedding it was announced that Kleinfeld was moving to Manhattan- would have made my life a lot easier.. but, they were very helpful patient and extremely skilled in dealing with neurotic brides. For purchasing my dress- I worked with Audrey and Magaret. For my fittings- I worked with Stella- Stella is the bomb! So sweet and very helpful—and made all the little extra nips and tucks I requested.
BM Dresses
Jenny Yoo. These dresses are amazing. Every one of my girls loved their dresses and WILL wear them again. They all looked great on them too. I had them pick whatever style they wanted, as long as it came in the same fabric. It created a great look and every girl felt beautiful and comfortable.
Tux & Accoutrements
DH got his tux at Victor Talbots. We worked with Mark there. He was so helpful and really great to work with. All the boys, we had them wear their own tuxes, but they rented vests and ties from Talbots. This place is definitely pricey- but they have beautiful stuff.
Flowers
Flowers By Brian. Everything looked AMAZING the day of the wedding. Working with Brian was hot and cold- but, in the end he pulled it off. My ceremony room was gorgeous and romantic- and my CP’s were EXACTLY what I wanted- something different, subtle, timeless and romantic. Brian even showed up before the wedding to make sure all was in place. We had an issue with my bouquet- but it was promptly fixed.
Band
Jumpstreet- Steven Scott. What can I say, they rocked. The dance floor was packed- even during dinner and the Steely Dan medley… They did screw up a couple of announcements and the timing of the ceremony songs- but no one knew but us. All in all- it was a kick a$$ party.
Reception/Ceremony.
The Carltun. They were amazing. Everything was how I requested it to be. It was a first class affair from start to finish. My guests said the filet was the BEST they ever had tasted- and I got comments like the food was the best wedding food they ever had. They did an amazing job. Anyone who is having their wedding there—do not fret- even if your Banquet Manager is not good about returning your calls. My one complaint is that I am a vegetarian. All the food from cocktail hour and other things were brought up to the bridal suite so we could get a chance to eat—all they brought that I could eat- although I specifically picked menu items that were vegetarian- was potato pancakes and pierogies. My stomach then blew up from all the salty carbs and I was VERY uncomfortable—I left the wedding craving protein and vegetables.
Limo
We used Royalty. We got a limo bus to transport bridal party and guests from the hotel to the Carltun. I never saw it- but everyone loved it. They were great to work with on all counts.
Wedding Coordinator
Corina from Detailed Elegance. She was awesome- very helpful and great to work with. She made my life easier, and DH and I enjoyed spending time with her. It was such a load off having her there the day of the wedding- and knowing all the details of everything so I did not have to worry. She works her butt off for her brides and her fee is VERY reasonable. She also does make-up and did my mom’s- and she looked amazing. I interviewed a lot of coordinators and we 150% made the right choice. Corina is awesome and I recommend her to anyone.
Rehearsal Dinner
Diane’s in Roslyn. What a great restaurant- the service was great, the food was amazing and they have a perfect party room for RDs. Perfect place for this.
Photography
Glenmar. Glenmar was great to work with. I am not in love with my video- but how many times am I really going to watch it. My proofs came out great—I think after we go through everything and see a finished album, I’ll be able to assess everything. All my friends used them- and they all have fab albums—so, I am sure I will be pleased with mine.
ETA: I just went this weekend to do my album-- I sat with Joey for THREE AND A HALF HOURS.. She was so helpful and patient and really helped us get through an overwhelming task. After seeing all the pics I had selected--I think the album is going to be great... Just be prepared-- whenever you go in and order prints, etc., just plan to spend a little more $$$$.
OK- I am sure I left some stuff out… Here are some links to pics that I had previously posted. Feel free to FM me with any questions!!
ETA:
I realized I left out some important vendors..
Wedding Day Dance
This is where we took our dance lessons for our first dance and it went over VERY well.. Ann Marie was great to work with and we looked great- when we could have looked BAD.
Wingate Hotel
They were fab to work with- They helped us out and gave me everything I asked for. Jessica and Cynthia rock over there! Only thing was that they promised us early check in for important wedding guests- like my mom and MOH. They allowed them to check in- but if they had reserved a non-smoking room- and they only had smoking rooms-- they did not honor the early check-in with their reservation as it stood. Anyway- all in all- they were very helpful! And we had our brunch there the next day.
Hair and Make-Up
I used Nelson D'leon and his sister Maria. They know exactly how to bring out the best in every girl and made me look and feel absolutely beautiful. They were expensive- but I felt worth every penny. I also have pics of my trials in my photo album in the community section.
http://www.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=22179948/t_=4378997 http://www.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=21950228/t_=4378997 http://www.snapfish.com/share/p=49431115178484468/l=47466877/otsc=SYE/otsi=SALB Rehearsal Dinner
