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Hey ladies! This thread is for all the Chicklynians who are taking the great leap. Post your tips about Brooklyn venues, music, caterers, make-up and hair stylists. Do's and don't's for wedding etiquette and questions (wedding/marriage related) are also encouraged. Congratulations!
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I took the great leap last month, so I guess I shall contribute first! Venues: We had ours at Bubbys and it was fabulous! They decorated beautifully with everything I left for them (runners, candles, etc. . .)and the food, oh the food. There was so much on the plate that you couldn't actually see the plate! My coworkers were still raving about it weeks after the wedding. Cake: We got an ice cream cake from Emily at Trois Pommes. Not exactly traditional (she makes them, but doesn't advertise it btw) but amazing. Not one slice of cake was left. Hair: Rudy @ Fez. I've got very curly hair and wanted it natural, half up/half down. It was beautiful, did not frizz and stayed great looking all day long. He also did my sister-in-laws updo, which was something out of a hair magazine and convinced her to get wispy bangs since it added some pizzazz, it was great! This is getting long, so I'll stop for now. But uh, would anyone be offended if I plugged my husbands swing band? If you are interested pm me.
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Dear Chicklynian, I'm not a Chicklynian, but perhaps you could help a brother out as well! My (lovely, talented, and beautiful) girlfriend's birthday recently passed, and after the giving of the gifts, she talked about jewelry and diamonds and whatnot. Which said presents did _not_ involve. A week later, she posted a thread about wedding etiquette and questions on a popular local internet bulletin board. She recently took me and my family out to meet her parents, and she has plans for me to meet more of her family soon over the holidays. My question is, would a subscription to a cooking magazine be a good Christmas present?"It's only as boring as you make it."
You're making me want to poke my eyes out with a spoon. Stop that.
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daver » My question is, would a subscription to a cooking magazine be a good Christmas present?
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WYW the master of subtlety. I know an excellent professional wedding photographer for you, just holla once Daver gets the nerve to pop ye 'ol question. =D>
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I get to be flower girl!Babies aren't meat! They're not even people!
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Oh mi gawd, everybody! Relax..... This thread (seriously) provides a nook for the bridal chicks of Brooklynian. Whether or not I may have weddings on the brain (for reasons that Dear BF is well aware), the idea for Brooklynian Bride is purely for the brides in Brooklyn. I've noticed a lot of wedding related threads on site and decided to create a main thread, ala idiebride.com. I'm doing it for them, the dolls of Chicklynian, who I love dearly. I am a selfless promoter of good bridal tidings! So on that note: Congrats sjknoll! Sounds like it was a really great day."...you can choose the rain....but I choose the sun..." - N. Costa
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As someone who has never had any warm fuzzies about a wedding (well, maybe about a boozy party on a beach, but none of the traditional stuff) I can't look away from these threads. I like the links like the one to the cool dress shops and about delicious cakes, and threads that aren't all about bashing.
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As an anti-wedding-industry bride, I am pro-Bridelynian (?) thread....I like http://www.offbreatbride.com, but its resources are a bit West Coast-centric (I think the blogger is from Seattle...) Alleged ulteriour motives on the part of Whatchuwant notwithstanding....
So....cakes: LadyBird's Brooklyn Blackout?
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Thanks Whatchuwant! It's funny now that I'm married, I still can't pull myself away from wedding related sites (although it's not as bad as before). But I'm happy to share my info and really some of the recommendations that come up will be good for non-wedding related parties as well.
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my brother got married at bubbys a year ago, it was really fun. and lots of pie. fonda at zuzu's petals did the flowers. lovely.what would you tell me, if i could hear you speaking?--t.r.
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Congrats on your 2 year anniversary ccahyoko. and mmm. . .pie. . .peanut butter chocolate pie. . . okay need to stop thinking about that.
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that chocolate peanut butter pie was amazingwhat would you tell me, if i could hear you speaking?--t.r.
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Oh yes, I might not have eaten my dinner, but I did manage to grab a piece of pie and devour it!
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pie is better than all other food anywaywhat would you tell me, if i could hear you speaking?--t.r.
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sjknoll » Congrats on your 2 year anniversary ccahyoko. and mmm. . .pie. . .peanut butter chocolate pie. . . okay need to stop thinking about that.
Thanks!! And congrats to you as well
Pie? Where? 
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For me, the hardest part will probably be picking a band. I haven't started looking yet, but I'm already dreading it. I seriously doubt it'll be easy finding a band that knows both the music that is more reception-proper, and yet still fit in a handful of numbers that better suit our music tastes (New Pornographers, Belle & Sebastian, etc.). Now if any of you know of any bands with that wide of a repertoire, please let me know. And even if they don't play my kind of music, I'm definitely open to suggestions (no big band, swing, or jazz, please). Thanks, -anthony
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anthonycm » For me, the hardest part will probably be picking a band. I haven't started looking yet, but I'm already dreading it. I seriously doubt it'll be easy finding a band that knows both the music that is more reception-proper, and yet still fit in a handful of numbers that better suite our music tastes (New Pornographers, Belle & Sebastian, etc.). Now if any of you know of any bands with that wide of a repertoire, please let me know. And even if they don't play my kind of music, I'm definitely open to suggestions (no big band, swing, or jazz, please). Thanks, -anthony
R & B! Who doesn't love them a little Earth, Wind, and Fire, Aretha Franklin, and Jackson Five (I could go on and on...) on their wedding day..."...you can choose the rain....but I choose the sun..." - N. Costa -
anthonycm » For me, the hardest part will probably be picking a band. I haven't started looking yet, but I'm already dreading it. I seriously doubt it'll be easy finding a band that knows both the music that is more reception-proper, and yet still fit in a handful of numbers that better suit our music tastes (New Pornographers, Belle & Sebastian, etc.). Now if any of you know of any bands with that wide of a repertoire, please let me know. And even if they don't play my kind of music, I'm definitely open to suggestions (no big band, swing, or jazz, please). Thanks, -anthony
We found a great band, by accident, at a concert at the BPL. I would recommend them, but they're swing. Maybe you could start looking at listings and when you hear a band that you like, ask if they play weddings (I was seriously surprised that we could get the band that we did). -
The mention of this mysterious "Brooklyn Blackout" cake at Ladybird was haunting me, so today I stopped by Ladybird for my first time. I got said flavor in cupcake form, the lemon cloud cupcake, and a chocolate pepper cookie. My mom is a great baker and cakes from your average bake shop usually just seem kind of "eh" to me. The cookies were a great crunchy choco snack and the blackout is amazing! All I can say is thank god I didn't get a whole cake or my tummy would be aching now. Amazing. Am saving the lemon for later, but I have high hopes for it. Everything in the cabinet looked great there.
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there is so much caffeine in that blackout cake you'll be up all night. i know this from experience. still, i want pie (on an aside, as i am not getting married but love food and pie, i always thought that if i get married i want two things at the wedding: unlimited shrimp. and pie. that's actually what my mom is giving me for a b'day dinner. nothing fancy, just shrimp and pie)what would you tell me, if i could hear you speaking?--t.r.
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anthonycm » For me, the hardest part will probably be picking a band. I haven't started looking yet, but I'm already dreading it. I seriously doubt it'll be easy finding a band that knows both the music that is more reception-proper, and yet still fit in a handful of numbers that better suit our music tastes (New Pornographers, Belle & Sebastian, etc.). Now if any of you know of any bands with that wide of a repertoire, please let me know. And even if they don't play my kind of music, I'm definitely open to suggestions (no big band, swing, or jazz, please). Thanks, -anthony
Have you thought about a DJ? I was married quite some time ago but it was hard to combine all the styles of music we needed at my wedding we went with a DJ and were really happy. Also, I went to a weddings recently where the DJ's set up a screen where they had a slideshow of pictures of the bride and groom growing up, special family members, etc. Congratulations -
Yeah, I've thought of getting a DJ, or of even programming in the music myself, but The Fiance wants a band. So...
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OpossumQueen » The mention of this mysterious "Brooklyn Blackout" cake at Ladybird was haunting me, so today I stopped by Ladybird for my first time. I got said flavor in cupcake form, the lemon cloud cupcake, and a chocolate pepper cookie. My mom is a great baker and cakes from your average bake shop usually just seem kind of "eh" to me. The cookies were a great crunchy choco snack and the blackout is amazing! All I can say is thank god I didn't get a whole cake or my tummy would be aching now. Amazing. Am saving the lemon for later, but I have high hopes for it. Everything in the cabinet looked great there.
The lemon cloud will not disappoint! There is usually nothing wrong with me that the lemon cloud cannot fix. Blackout is my boyfriend's (fiance, now, I guess) favorite, but we're actually entertaining the thought of getting multiple cakes. Because I am a cake piglet. -
Yes the lemon was also amazing. The dog (bad sneaky dog!) also thought both flavors were delicious. I'll definitely go back there when we want a treat. I will consider no others!
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Red velvet literally commands the way I move on this planet. I need to regularly align myself with RV cake on a regular basis."...you can choose the rain....but I choose the sun..." - N. Costa
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From the PS Board:
danielle123 » Not in the hood but Dynasty Tailor in Midtown has always done excellent work for me. However, they are pricey. I find it worth it because I don't have to worry about whether or not they are going to ruin a new item of clothing I've just bought (paying for peace of mind, too, I guess). If you're going to scrimp shouldn't it be on a wedding expense other than your wedding dress? http://www.manhattanusersguide.com/article.php?id=817
chiliepillie » We used American Floral Distributers for the majority of our flowers. And I was VERY impressed. I'd never ordered from them (not even a test bunch) and was super nervous! I literally held my breath when I opened the box two days before the wedding. But they were SO beautiful. Even more beautiful then I could have imagined!!!!! http://www.americanfloraldistributors.com/home.html Bonnie Belle
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Oh all this is so very exciting to me! I'm addicted to indiebride.com and just started checking out offbeat bride,,, we're trying to keep things as 'local' as possible.. so this thread is terrific! We're getting married mid April at the Picnic House (where it's $750 off from usual prices now through April!)... using the FABULOUS Opalia Flowers (Ask to speak with Phoebe) and the unbelievably awesome DJ DJGAZA (who is SO professional, reliable and all around amazing... and a Park Sloper!) The photographer is Joshua Zuckerman ( http://www.jzweddings.com ) and, being a photographer myself, this was the hardest 'vendor' to find... but after about 2 months and 200 wedding websites later, i found him and we're soooo excited about it! I got my dress on craigslist for $175 (a $2100 Henry Roth in need of a cleaning and alterations) and am still seeking a veil. Got a wee little white shrug on ebay for $28 and shoes from fluevog for $65! We're having world wide events ltd do the catering and so far everything about them has been incredible. I'm a vegetarian and didn't want there to be any animals killed for our 'day' but, as i eat fish occaisionally (they say it's good for the skin ,,, so sue me,) we'll have some fish mixed in with some vegan and vegetarian stuff. Cupcakes will come from one of our all time fave restaurants SNICE! We're using a tri-fold invitation from Lion In The Sun with a tear out postcard for rsvps (saving tons of paper and having everything be on one piece of paper rather than 12.) Oh and we're getting our ketubah done by http://www.newketubah.com and i've been wanting to share them with anyone i possibly could because they are so great! Modern, clean and not 'too Jewish' (oooh someone is going to have a field day with that one)... They are handcrafted and just gorgeous. Simple and beautiful. As you can see we're well on our way after having done TONS of research... Hmmm.... what else... still seeking someone for wedding dress/gown alterations and cleanings... any recs folks???
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chaplin'smom may I ask your handle on indiebride? I too am obsessed (still even though I am bride no more). I used phoebe as well, but just for the bouquets and arrangement on the escort card table. If you like I can send you the link to my photos so you can see her work. What type of veil are you looking for? I got a birdcage veil from Artikal. Holly, the woman who makes them has a small studio in the East Village and does most of her work online, but you can go there to try them on. I believe she also makes traditional veils. Her work is beautiful and I highly recommend her.
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chaplin'smom, my brother used those invites for his wedding a year ago, from lion in the sun-- they're very cute and easywhat would you tell me, if i could hear you speaking?--t.r.
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chaplin'smom » Hmmm.... what else... still seeking someone for wedding dress/gown alterations and cleanings... any recs folks???
For cleaning I would definitely recommend Bridge Street Cleaners. They also do a great job at preserving your gown. I have had many business and a few evening wear pieces altered there and they have done a great job. I cannot say how they would do on a wedding dress but I see many people in there with their dresses. -
Wonderful thanks Stacey... would you recommend cleaning before or after alterations? Clearly I'm new at this...
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Anyone care to share any advice on where to rent tables/chairs? This will be a Manhattan wedding, but I'm sure any vendors you know of will go there. Thanks, -anthony
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bridge cleaners 204 Livingston St Brooklyn, NY 11201 (718) 625-1438 bridgecleaners.com They are the Best in the industry, and have an amazing Green facility in the Navy Yard. They will customize your order with no extra charge (i.e. green garment bags, no excess paper, biodegradable wraps) they have a team of skilled professionals.Life's a PITCH!
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if I know you, and you want to invite me, please make sure I know your wedding date. I LOVE weddings. no shit. I get drunk, I make out with the single folks, I dance, I eat too much. weddings are fun! plus, my friends who generally seem more together than me are all wigged out and I get to give their parents xanax to calm them down, etc. wait, have I said too much? I have fun at weddings. that's all.like a smoked meat with an earthy youth overnote
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Greetings, I would like to update my info about my Loft space availability. The loft is 2000 square feet of space that has recently been renovated and can be used for listening parties (for musicians) {Last Spring and summer we had many celebrity listening events} Even though the space has been renovated it is still pretty raw and industrial (we like that look) The out door deck is facing the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan + Williamsburg Bridge, Empire state building and the East River. This space is also great for Small wedding Ceremonies, and Photo Shoots. For bookings + pricing info and photos Please contact me @ RaeStylist@gmail.comLife's a PITCH!
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I see a lot of recommendations for Bridge cleaners elsewhere, and I am actually even more pleased to see them recommended here. I was wondering if anyone had alterations done by them? Any beaded gown alterations? I got 2 gowns this weekend at the Boston Running of the Brides (total mayhem btw.). Both need taking in, one more drastically than the other. Of course, the one that requires more work is the one I really want to wear.
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I'm just wondering- what kind of prices you're seeing for photography? I'm just starting to look, there's one guy that I REALLY really like, but I want to make sure I'm not paying out the nose.... He's offering: 7 hours unlimited- with all the black and white and effects website hosting/cd of photos/online slideshow set to music bound linen proof book (not the actual REAL book- that's a LOT of extra) 2nd photographer for $350 All for $1999 (not including his travel fee- which he would discount, cause he loves coming to NY- he seems really nice) Whatchu think? Is that a lot? With this economy- you think I could get away with bargaining him down?"...you can choose the rain....but I choose the sun..." - N. Costa
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Whatchuwant » I'm just wondering- what kind of prices you're seeing for photography? I'm just starting to look, there's one guy that I REALLY really like, but I want to make sure I'm not paying out the nose.... He's offering: 7 hours unlimited- with all the black and white and effects website hosting/cd of photos/online slideshow set to music bound linen proof book (not the actual REAL book- that's a LOT of extra) 2nd photographer for $350 All for $1999 (not including his travel fee- which he would discount, cause he loves coming to NY- he seems really nice) Whatchu think? Is that a lot? With this economy- you think I could get away with bargaining him down?
That sounds pretty good to me. I paid about 1500 for the same thing in 1993. Just a few tips: make sure everything he promises is in writing. Make sure that the contract states that he personally will be taking the pictures, does his fee include pictures of you before the ceremony with your family? Does it include the thank you photos? Will you have to go to him for copies of photos or will he give you permission to make copies. (Oh and will he do LOLZ CAT captions for Dave? -sorry couldn't resist )
Just an FYI some of my favorite pictures from my wedding came from the throw-away cameras we left on the table for people to take pictures with.
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So- I bought a dress over the weekend and now I'm having buyer's remorse. It's a beautiful dress, but I hate hate HATED trying on something that I had to visualize fitting and paying a ton of money for. (well, a ton considering I'm wearing it once). Since the wedding is close (10/31), I had to make a decision since it takes so long for delivery. I bought it at a little boutique in Dumbo. I'm fairly certain that I can't turn back now, but I'm wondering if anyone has tried?"...you can choose the rain....but I choose the sun..." - N. Costa
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Here's my flower girl dress!!
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Whatchuwant » So- I bought a dress over the weekend and now I'm having buyer's remorse. It's a beautiful dress, but I hate hate HATED trying on something that I had to visualize fitting and paying a ton of money for. (well, a ton considering I'm wearing it once). Since the wedding is close (10/31), I had to make a decision since it takes so long for delivery. I bought it at a little boutique in Dumbo. I'm fairly certain that I can't turn back now, but I'm wondering if anyone has tried?
I'm not sure what you mean. Did you purchase it and now don't want it or you are not sure you like the fit of it. If you have not altered it I cannot see why they wouldn't take it back Although I suggest you hold on to it and try on others so you have something to compare to. I think you have enough time to order another one. I think the usual time to get it is about 6 weeks. I know its overpriced but for trying on dresses Kleinfelds is worth it. Maybe try some on there to see if the one you purchased is the one for you. -
Whatchuwant » So- I bought a dress over the weekend and now I'm having buyer's remorse. It's a beautiful dress, but I hate hate HATED trying on something that I had to visualize fitting and paying a ton of money for. (well, a ton considering I'm wearing it once). Since the wedding is close (10/31), I had to make a decision since it takes so long for delivery. I bought it at a little boutique in Dumbo. I'm fairly certain that I can't turn back now, but I'm wondering if anyone has tried?
Did you use a credit card? You might have some protection there for returns. I'm happy to say Future Wife and I are almost done w/ all our planning. The last thing, I think, are the Save the Date cards. Anyone have an original, but affordable (there's the catch, of course) idea for a Save the Date? We'd really like to spend less than $1 per card. Thanks, -anthony -
anthonycm » Anyone have an original, but affordable (there's the catch, of course) idea for a Save the Date? We'd really like to spend less than $1 per card. Thanks, -anthony
Recently I have been getting these cute "save the date" magnets for the fridge. Some have had a cute heart shape and some have been just business card sizes similar to this http://www.staplespromotionalproducts.com/ProductDetail.aspx?id=353 I like the magnets because my save the date cards go on my fridge anyway. Good luck. -
Ok- so in answer to your questions: I paid with my debit card, so yes, protection of sorts- I called my bank and they said they could reverse the charge, but that they would open up a claim (basically so the vendor could try to fight it). So- what happened was I tried on this dress that everyone convinced me I looked beautiful in. I had to prerequisites when I walked in: I didn't want strapless and I didn't want a lot of bling on my boobs. What did I but? Strapless which they told me they could put straps on, and TONS of freakin' bling on my chest ("lookie! WCW's tits got married today!"). So, after simmering for 3 days I realized I HATED it. I called them last week and got blown off by one of the sales girls. She said it was the holidays and they wouldn't be getting back to me right away. I figured this was on them and waited it out. Finally, this past Saturday, the seamstress called me (the only one there I actually liked), and we talked, she was extremely understanding, acknowledged the fact that it was a major purchase, and that she wanted to personally help me find a dress I would love. So, our schedules are clashing for the next 3 weeks, but I'm giving them another shot. As of right now, they said the other dress would take 5 months (!!!) to come in, so I think its safe to say that that'll get canceled (when I asked the seamstress, she didn't make it seem like it would be a big deal to cancel the order, that the owner wanted me to be happy). SO! We shall see..... ANTHONY: this woman's got the cheapest save the dates that I found online: http://savethedateoriginals.com/Magnets.html Her problem is her turn around. She takes a few days just to return your email (which she's very upfront about), so if you're in a rush, I'd say don't bother."...you can choose the rain....but I choose the sun..." - N. Costa
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Hi All! So our Park Slope wedding went off PERFECTLY! I wanted to come back and post reviews of all the vendors post event!: VENUE: Prospect Park Picnic House: 95 Prospect Park West Brooklyn , NY 11215 http://www.prospectpark.org/parties_permits/weddings-occasions/weddings_picnic_house They were AMAZING!!! when you book your day you can choose ANY 8 block time period you want. they were always pleasant, communicative, the place was GORGEOUS and JUST PERFECT. would recommend 100000000%!!!!!!!! CATERING: World Wide Events New York, New York http://worldwideeventsltd.com/ Dorrie Parriser A+ service all the way! They took care of EVERYTHING. I have NEVER heard people compliment wedding food as much as they did at our wedding!!! NOONE could believe how incredibly delicious and beautiful EVERYTHING was!! They were impeccably organized, graceful, elegant, personable, reasonably priced, treated us and our guests graciously, and were all around fantastic. The food was beautifully prepared and one of my all time favorite and best meals of my life! Could not recommend them more highly!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CUPCAKES: 'snice 315 5th ave brooklyn, ny 11215 718.788.2121 THE. BEST. CUPCAKES. EVER! And vegan! (even the heartiest carnivores could not believe how delicious they were! and got seconds!) These cupcakes have been our faves ever since 'snice opened. As soon as we got engaged we knew we had to have them at our wedding. Sarah (the chef) was SO helpful and accommodating with flavors, amounts, etc! They were PERFECT! USE THEM!!! WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: Joshua Zuckerman http://www.jzweddings.com/ LOOK NO FURTHER THAN JOSH! really. he was OUTSTANDING in EVERY way (you might want to grab a sandwich as there are MANY aspects of his fantasticness and i promise to not holdback my opinions.) Being a photographer myself, i had looked at well over 200 photographers and his work always stood out ahead of the pack as dynamic, alive, fresh and new. I'd seen SO much 'wedding shlock' (slightly overexposed bouquets, over vignetted cliches, and just the same.... exact..... tone...... for ALL the weddings even though they were clearly very very different... i called them the 'acme wedding photographers') less expensive perhaps but nowhere near as creative, interesting, stunning, emotional and capturing as josh's work. josh has an incredible ease and talent (genius? i sometimes fear that term is overused but in this case, it's truly well well deserved) and has an incredible eye and knack to capture the moment and then take it to an even better place beautifully, naturally, creatively, with a sense of humour and fun to it. none of his images looked fake or overdone... just fantastic, compelling and with a deep true soul to them. We had narrowed down my search (as i was in charge of finding the photographer) and finally, after several months of research (really, crazy but true) ended up meeting with three. we met Josh last. he immediately made us feel at ease. he's very laidback, knows his stuff inside and out and was just so open and nice and wonderful and solid (and funny) i just knew he was 'the one'. he let his work (which is so awesome!) speak for itself and truly took the time to let us get to know him openly and naturally. On "The Day" there were absolutely no shortcomings whatsoever. He was phenomenal. In fact, i could not imagine our wedding without him. Our wedding (and yes I'm completely bias) was incredible and i really really really think that so much of that had to do with josh. he always made us feel comfortable. he was on time. beyond prepared. had such a great easy vibe/energy (which may sound super west coast of me to say but it is SO IMPORTANT to feel comfortable and it is SO EASY for that day to be a giant hot mess that it is CRUCIAL to feel at ease and know that you're in good hands THROUGHOUT it!) Josh took in the ever changing moods of the day with grace and ease and always kept it open and fun. Never forced or invasive. We never felt judged, embarrassed, self conscious at any moment. And my fiance (who is very very shy) also always felt comfortable and entirely open around him and, as did i, trusted him implicitly. If josh had told us to lie down in the middle of the road we probably would as we knew it would have been a crazily amazing shot and we would have had a great time doing it. it was so exciting and wonderful to have him there. in fact, it seemed that he was magically always there yet completely unobtrusive at the same time (so many of our wedding guests commented on how unobtrusive he was). He made everything better. DJ!: DJ GAZA (aka: Gary Hoffman) http://djgaza.com/ I would recommend Gary (aka dj gaza) 10000000%!!! he was incredible! Outstandingly professional, prepared, organized, NICE, considerate, polite, sweet, knowledgable, not 'your cliché sleazy wedding dj' and all around awesome. Incredibly reasonably priced and worth every penny. He really is the king of wedding DJs and could dj ANY type of wedding with style and with class. Our wedding was this in April 2009 and could not have imagined our wedding without hiring Gary. He made our night over the top special and amazing! Things went exactly as prepared (he even showed up earlier than neccessary) and he was ALWAYS unbelievably organized, kind, and incredibly respectful of both us and our guests. He was not invasive, intrusive or loud. Just respectful, gracious, well dressed and well mannered and more than any of that, knew how to get the party started and keep it rolling all night long! He could read the crowd and the mood instinctually and knew how to accommodate the moment perfectly. He played all the songs we had requested, and at the perfect time. He was elegant and cool and laidback and easy and FUN and just all around SPECTACULAR! You couldn't be luckier than to have him dj your wedding. We've even thought about getting married all over just to get to work with him again!! FLOWERS: Opalia Flowers http://opaliaflowers.com/ 377 Atlantic Avenue between Hoyt & Bond Streets Boerum Hill Brooklyn, NY 11217 A+++++++++ Phoebe was UNBELIEVABLY AMAZING! She stayed within our (very small) budget and gave us the most beautiful flowers imaginable. We wanted to keep things very simple but gorgeous and elegant. All white. Peonies and freesias and Phoebe was just phenomenal. She worked with (and stayed within!) our budget and did so beautifully. We were SO HAPPY with her!!! Her style and taste is impeccable and she is so wonderful to work with too! Lovely, easy, accommodating and all around awesome! BOOK HER NOW!! INVITATIONS: LION IN THE SUN! http://lioninthesunps.com/ They were very helpful (and a bit pricey but definitely worth it.) We went with a tri-fold to keep everything on one page (staying both economical and ecological) and they were terrific! We got to design our invites and they were patient and helpful and when we got our invites back with an error they were beyond gracious about fixing it immediately and with no charge. Would highly recommend. DRESS: craigslist!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! REHEARSAL DINNER: Scottadito 788A Union St. Brooklyn, NY 11215 718.636.4800 We had 20 people and were able to use their super cool "wine cellar" room to house us all and give us enough room to walk through the ceremony! it was intimate and private and we could be as loud or quiet as we wished! They had a "banquet and event" menu with different prices and even though we chose the lower priced options, the food (and service) was beyond plentiful and amazing!!! They were a bit 'challenging' to get in touch with (I believe their management was changing hands at the time) but it was certainly well worth it! (for the record we had also looked at Convivium Osteria at 68th 5th ave which looked AMAZING. The woman there (Michelle) was fantastic and we wished that we could have afforded to splurge... their room is slightly more intimate and super cool but we just couldn't afford them. But those who can should definitely look them up!) Feel free to PM me with any further questions! Good luck everyone!
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So, I got my dress and had my first fitting. This is the first time I saw my actual dress, since the one I tried was a sample. I have a question about raw silk- the sample has the obvious lines in it typical of raw silk. MY dress, however doesn't have nearly as many. In fact, the seamstress and I were going over it, looking REAL closely and finding the lines here and there. Needless to say, this is not what I was expecting- one of my favorite parts of the dress was that raw silk look with all the lines in it. So, I guess my question is this- is this in fact raw silk or an impostor? Can raw silk have only a few lines here and there and not throughout? Thanks all- wedding is quickly approaching and I'm in the typical freaking out mode...."...you can choose the rain....but I choose the sun..." - N. Costa
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thought i would just chime in since i am also a 'bridelyinian" newly engaged with no date set yet. if there are others of you out there, abigail kirsch just opened a new space in the brooklyn navy yard at steiner studios in williamsburg. FH and i are going to check it out on saturday. BAM rents out the bamcafe space for weddings, which we will check out on Tuesday. Trying to find a brooklyn wedding venue that is not big tacky catering hall has been quite an undertaking. and if any of you are reading this and hoping to be engaged soon...don't hate but the E-Z Pawn store on 5th avenue in the 40s has a really big selection of nice jewelry. my whole family was quite impressed, to the point where my mom is taking my dad there for her next birthday present. i got a $3,000+ ring originally from Tiffany's for $400! and yes it's a real diamond Modell's is a pawnshop on atlantic avenue that only does jewelry and they often have a nice selection as well. if you shop alone, no one has to know.Culture is what we make it Yes it is...Now is the time to invent
----Sleater-Kinney
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