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Photos and Videos with same day edit

lengkulit — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 05:40:01 +0000

Can anybody recommend a photo and video company that does same day edits (wedding highlights) to be shown at the reception? I am so sick and tired of looking at vidoes and photos. By the way, what's the going rate now for like a package deal like this? I've seen some go as much as $4k, just for the video and that's waaaay to pricey for me. HELP PLEASE!

Need a little help girls!!??

R+C10132012 — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:31:13 +0000

We just booked our venue!! Now I am in need of some major vendor help girls!! We dont live in the area where the wedding is taking place... It will be in Los Alamos which is in Santa Ynez Valley.

Photographer (vintage style)??

Florist??

Bakery??

DJ/Band??

If anyone can recommend any of these and there affordable please message back!!

Thank you!!

Candice

Photography and photobooth

Ksk2012 — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 03:23:43 +0000

Hello ladies,

Does anyone know of a local company that does wedding photography and has photo booths?

Thank you for any information!

Band for reception

musicalmaniac86 — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:44:55 +0000

FH really wants a band, does anyone have suggestions ?

Officiant Help!

littleshrink — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:47:09 +0000

My fiance and I do not live in California - but he grew up in LA area and we are planning on getting married on Malibu beach in May. His mother's pastor was going to do our wedding, but we just got word they are having to move in April.

As you can imagine "interviewing" officiants over the phone is exhausting. Any ideas/thoughts from my LA girls?

Simplicity Gourmet

jess715 — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:26:25 +0000

Hi friends!!

Have any of you ever heard of this company, Simplicity Gourmet? I did a search on the boards here and there seems to be a ton of discussions, but it all seems to be based on he say/she say. The general consensus seems to be that its all a scam, but I'm wondering if anyone has personal experience, and if anyone has actually booked a trip, or personally knows someone who did?

When I first got engaged, my fiance and I went to a lot of bridal expos, so we started getting calls from a company called "Simplicity Gourmet." They told us we had won a free honeymoon package, and all we needed to do was sit through a two hour cookware presentation. At the end of the presentation, they gave us a voucher for a 3 night stay of our choice to Costa Rica, Domincan Republic, Mexico, and a few other locations. I tucked the voucher away and never though much of it, but now that FI and I are starting to think of honeymoon options, it would be kind of nice if we really did have a free package.

I'll admit, it sounds too good to be true, but of all the accusations I've read claiming it to be a scam, it seems to all be based off of google or the Internet. I've yet to find a personal experience story. Have any of you actually booked one of these trips or know someone personally who did? I'd love to hear your experience and thoughts. Thanks!!

royal throne sofa

ShallyVally — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:32:44 +0000

Hi. Does anyone know where to rent a "royal throne sofa"?

Seamstress?

mrsryan2012 — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 04:46:55 +0000

My dress is going to be shipped to me once it is ready sometime in March. I need to find a salon or seamstress that will do my alterations here in Los Angeles. I called a few bridal salons in the area and they would not help me because I did not purhase my dress from them. I bought my dress from a salon in Boston and it is being made elsewhere... Any suggestions? thank you!

Maggie Sottero Ambrosia Wedding Dress (diamond white)

jwdeldotto — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:09:07 +0000

Maggie Sottero Ambrosia - diamond white vs alasbaster...which color do you prefer?

need affordable chandelier to rent

marsbars21 — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 06:05:09 +0000

does anyone know of a place where I can rent a chandelier for my october wedding...in desperate need...thanks!

<3 Marissa

Maggie Sottero Ambrosia

busybruck — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:20:19 +0000

Hi ladies,
I am selling my Maggie Sottero Ambrosia in Diamond White. I really need the funds, so will sell to best offer. Also have the perfect veil to match the dress. Please email me if interested at busybruck@aol.com
Thank you

Does an inexpensive venue like this even exist?

peggyolson1 — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 08:42:26 +0000

I have tried Herecomesthebride and all those other wedding and event space websites as well as performed searches on here.

- has a garden or courtyard (something outdoors) where both a ceremony and reception can be
- can bring in your own caterer and food
every place I looked up either has set premiums with you having to order food from them or their preferred caterers, or if they allow you to bring in your own caterer, the price of the rental is too high. We just want a cake and punch reception with guests getting a big piece of cake, and punch (just that no appetizers)
- venue rental is under $800
We really just need some space for maybe 3 hours starting as early as 1PM and ending as late as 5PM
- parking is included without people having to do valet
We would pay for it since I would feel weird making guests pay for parking.
- no package deals
I want to choose all my Craigslist services and DIY with other things

My fiance and I have been engaged a really long time. We decided that we really just want to have a simple, short, cake and punch reception (literally just cake and punch), because we both have been working part time instead of full time for half a year or so now and before that, we bought a house together....

We are really trying to do this as cheap as possible all while still feeling like I had a wedding that in pictures I could look back onto with seeing family and friends celebrating with us. We pretty much are planning to get all services through Craigslist, the cake from a Chinese bakery, and some flowers from the internet or downtown where I can just make some basic bouquets and centerpieces.

I looked into renting through the LA Mountains parks, but the venues were much higher than I had expected. Ideally I would love to have this in someone's yard, but everyone we know either has a condo, apartment, or tiny yard. Renting a house for a day is not an option.

Any ideas?

Videographer offering reduced price for experience and exposure...

videomark — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:31:15 +0000

I am just beginning to launch my career as an event videographer and I need to start building up a reel of footage to show more clients what I can do. I am offering a reduced rate on engagement or wedding videography. I bring professional equipment and a professional attitude. All I ask is to go over the event about three months before the day. I need to know time, place and length of event. And exactly what you want included in your video, Full ceremony, and reception etc.

I will provide a highlight reel of the event, I can capture all the elements of the Bride and Grrom getting ready before the big event. I can capture the ceremony and the reception and professionally edited highlight DVD of the event with music and graphics.

One DVD will come with the package, additional DVD's will be available to purchase. Sold directly to interested parties.

This would be a great way to get the moments of your day captured forever, at a price far lower than what most are charging, but with all the professionalism you expect in quality and service.

I can also offer still photography and DJ music serivces as well
Please contact Mark at markdinatale@sbcglobal.net or visit my facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Twentyoneplus-video-productions/345599858785916

Thank You!
Mark

The Dress

mejai1 — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 04:31:38 +0000

So, how far in advance did you decide on your dress? Where did you go? My wedding is July 21, and I haven't even shopped yet. I was hoping to lose some weight first, but I think that I have to go for it.

Chivari Chairs

joeymich — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 06:01:13 +0000

Anyone know of a Vendor that rents Chivari Chairs for a great deal?

Chiavari Chair Rentals

Kyumsterpoo — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 15:40:17 +0000

Hi Ladies!!! I have a week to go and I still need chairs to rent for my venue. The location has some chiavari chairs, but I still need to rent the rest. Anyone know a cheap place to rent chiavari chairs? So far I've been given a quote of $8.50...but is there anything cheaper than that? Please let me know....it's getting down to the wire...eek! Thanks so much!!

Prenup attorney recommendation for Los Angeles area?

winspenelli — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 22:15:52 +0000

Hello all, We want to draw up a prenuptial agreement in California. Does anyone have any recommendations for a lawyer / attorney they've used. Flat fee would be preferred. We've already discussed most of the major points. Thanks

Has anyone done alterations at David's Bridal in Burbank? Other suggestions for seamstresses?

renza183 — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:28:52 +0000

I have my wedding dress but I need it altered. Since it's from the Vera Wang White line for David's Bridal, I figured their seamstresses are probably used to altering this dress (needs bust and hips taken in slightly, and needs to be hemmed substantially). However, I'm wondering if anyone has had their dress altered at the David's Bridal in Burbank? And what are some other reliable options for seamstresses in the area? I live in L.A. (Koreatown) and would like to travel no further than 25 miles for my seamstress. Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

Oh and this is my dress: http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_V-Neck-Soft-A-Line-Gown-with-Hand-Appliqued-Lace-VW351021_Bridal-Gowns-Shop-By-Designer-White-by-Vera-Wang :)

Need your knottie expertise

wonderlust — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:18:25 +0000

Hi! My wedding was a long time ago (4 years) so I am no longer up to speed on the new up and coming photogs. I have two kids and want to get their photos taking, am looking at about 250 including the disc of all images. Anyone know of any photographers who fit into this? Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

I love my wedding photographer and have used her to photograph my kids, just like to mix it up a bit!

Wedding Rings

RileysMomma — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:46:13 +0000

Hey ladies!

I'm looking at settings for my engagement ring, right now its a solitaire. I live in Ventura County, but people keep telling me I need to check out downtown L.A for a ring. My center stone is too large to fit into most settings already made, so I have to find a place that does custom orders. Does anybody have any recommendations?!

Fall Falling Foliage Venue not too far?

samaellynch — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 02:42:46 +0000

Well I guess I must go out of south cali to get an outdoor wedding with orange trees as background. But hope don't have to go as far as New England. So,any idea about where to find that kind of place not that far from South Cali?

Wedding Makeup

celticbeauty — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 17:15:40 +0000

I've been trying to decide if I want someone else to do my makeup or do my own. I'm pretty picky as I have done other people's makeup for their weddings and am particular about my own. I'm concerned that I won't like their work. However, false lashes and things also appeal to me. Thoughts?

addresses on invite envelopes

mrsryan2012 — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 23:57:33 +0000

Hi, does anyone know of a good & affordable calligrapher in Los Angeles? or how did you address your envelopes? Handwritten, labels, etc??

place tags

alexisraine21 — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 01:02:16 +0000

Hi everyone,

I am trying to find a really unique way of letting my guests know where they are seated. I dont want to do the traditional paper folded in half with their names printed.

I would love to hear what everyone is doing.

thanks so much!

$1 Silver Wedding Chargers for Rent

tiffanyg0277 — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 08:49:49 +0000

Lookiing to rent cheap silver chargers for your big day? I'm offering the best pricing in LA at $1 per charger and FREE DELIVERY on orders of 75 or more. (Must live within 30 miles of LA). Visit my website if you're interested in renting them!

www.SilverWeddingChargers.webs.com
or call me at 320-224-6658

Wedding Videography - Raw Fiction Pictures

Raw Fiction Pictures — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 18:15:04 +0000

Raw Fiction Pictures is a small production company in Los Angeles that specializes in wedding and event videography. We have several packages that include:

The Basic Package ($500) - This gives you 2 videographers at your event shooting in HD, and we provide you with only raw footage from 6 hours of shooting, which usually starts from the time of the ceremony. This does not include any editing, and is only the raw, unedited footage from the event. Perfect for the couple who wants to craft the story themselves!

The Classic Package ($750) - This package gives you 2 videographers shooting in HD, and we will be there for the entire wedding, including when the bride and groom get ready beforehand. (This is about 10 hours of filming.) Additionally, we edit together a 4-5 minute Highlight video of all of the most important events. This is great if you want your video to be shorter and focus on the most important memories.

The Deluxe Package ($1000) - *Most Popular* This package gives you full coverage of the day! This includes 2 videographers shooting in HD for the entire wedding (well over 10 hours of filming), from the bride and groom getting ready to the last song ending. We edit together a 17-20 minute video, turning your special day into its own movie with interviews from friends and family. We also provide multiple edits, giving you the chance to make any changes that you would like to the finished film, and we work with you until you are completely satisfied!

The Premium Package ($1400) - This is for the couple that wants every detail of their wedding to be captured! Including everything that the Deluxe Package offers, we also edit together the 4-5 minute Highlight video of all the most important parts of the wedding. Additionally, we film the rehearsal dinner, and incorporate that into the finished piece. This package has the most cinematic feel, as we capture the very beginning of the wedding to the very end.

Here is a link to a sample of our work. http://vimeo.com/33271597

Email us at team@rawfictionpictures.com or give us a call at 305-923-0818.

Shepherds hooks for sale!!- $45

jamieandsteven — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:11:29 +0000

10 48" shepherds hooks for sale. We used them once for our wedding. They are in perfect condition. We are located in Hollywood. Half the retail price. Please email sjpritch@me.com if interested.

Reception Venue

Foxxboggie17 — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 02:49:14 +0000

Hello ladies does anyone know of a inexpensive reception hall in the San Gabriel valley?

Band suggestions in LA?

arianaandmarc — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 05:08:36 +0000

Hi all,

Do any of you have recommendations for bands in Los Angeles? We're looking for a 3-6 person band who can play jazz, rock 'n' roll, oldies, as well as some contemporary stuff. We'd like music that lots of people can dance to.

Any suggestions?

day of coordinator on a budget?

Major2012 — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 06:01:58 +0000

Does anyone know of a budget-friendly day-of coordinator in the LA/OC area? I don't know how much day-of coordinators usually charge, but I'm hoping to find someone for $500 or less. Thanks!