Florida-Central Florida — The Knot Community https://forums.theknot.com/ Sun, 05 Apr 2026 05:45:35 +0000 en Florida-Central Florida — The Knot Community bridal store reviews please https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/660950/bridal-store-reviews-please Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:58:26 +0000 Florida-Central Florida irisheyezfsu 660950@/discussions
Wondering what you ladies think of these bridal stores:
Alfred Angelo
Something Blue Bridal and Fromal Wear
Elaine's Bridal Boutique
Solutions Bridal
Aventura Brides
The Collection

Looking for pricing and personal experiences thank you so much! This really helps me when I am coming from out of state. :)
]]> Any florist recommendations? https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/665962/any-florist-recommendations Sun, 25 Jul 2010 22:28:51 +0000 Florida-Central Florida itsanegrichway 665962@/discussions
Does anyone have a recommendation for someone that isn't very expensive but good quality...?? because flowers are not a major concern in my outdoor wedding... the scenery is plenty! I want to get the best bang for my buck :)
Oh and it would be great if it is near Casselberry.

TIA!
]]> Flower Rant (long) https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664415/flower-rant-long Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:44:46 +0000 Florida-Central Florida eso16208 664415@/discussions
I met with Debra from Atmospheres nearly 3 weeks ago. I adored her attention to detail. My mom loved her vision of the flowers. We were sold. 

She said she'd send the proposal on Monday or Tuesday (We met on Wednesday). On Thursday I sent her an email asking for it. Got the proposal on Friday, but it was missing some things. Sent her an email asking her to correct it. NO WORD for a week.  I met with my caterer who had recommended her (as well as a bunch of people here) who offered to call and see what was up. 

Got an email Friday evening (a reply to my "hey, can you make these changes email") stating that she made them and see attached. It was the original proposal. 

Saturday she sent another email stating that she found my email in her spam box (the email that she had replied to the day before) and would get an adjusted proposal out to me on Monday. Well today is Tuesday and I've not gotten another email from her. 

I'm so disgusted at this point. Seriously, if you dont want the job- tell me. 

Looking back on our meeting, she was really excited while we were talking about bouquets and then when I told her that I didnt need centerpieces or ceremony flowers she kind of shut down. Maybe the job wasn't good enough or big enough for her. I don't know. But the lack of communication is infuriating. 

I met with Danielle from Dream Design and Vicki from Peddles. I have a meeting with Sally from InBloom on Thursday. 

I just want to be done with flowers!

End Rant.

EDIT: Got an email with the updated proposal and a long apology from Debbie last night. She is "growing faster than she can replace herself." I have a meeting with Lee Forest next week. Hopefully I'll have a contract with someone within 2 weeks. Thanks for all of the recommendations!
]]> Are you going to sell Tablecloths?? https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/660926/are-you-going-to-sell-tablecloths Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:00:06 +0000 Florida-Central Florida [Deleted User] 660926@/discussions In Blooms Florist??? https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/663915/in-blooms-florist Sat, 24 Jul 2010 02:22:03 +0000 Florida-Central Florida jj51506 663915@/discussions
I am still on the search for a florist since I was going to go with Jonathan's but after all the horror stores I decided to stay clear. I contacted five more and had two more consults. I had a consult today with In Blooms (they are located in Heathrow and Orlando) and it went very well! Seems like they are really willing to work with my EXTREMELY tight floral budget, yet still came up with creative ideas to make everything beautiful. I left feeling very excited and that I clicked with the florist. My mother agreed and we are ready to book once we get the proposal e-mailed.

But any personal expeirence from you all?? Or know of friends who used them? I'd love to hear your input as it has been very difficult to find a great florist to work with with our small budget.
]]> Lighting https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/665568/lighting Sat, 17 Jul 2010 13:01:39 +0000 Florida-Central Florida Spingchicken 665568@/discussions best place to rent chair covers in Orlando? https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/660854/best-place-to-rent-chair-covers-in-orlando Sun, 18 Jul 2010 18:43:54 +0000 Florida-Central Florida AmorSiempre 660854@/discussions
Where did you guys rent your chair covers from and what was the cost per chair if you can let me know? Thanks! Good Luck girls!
]]> Cake & Honeymoon booked! https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/663210/cake-honeymoon-booked Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:00:14 +0000 Florida-Central Florida [Deleted User] 663210@/discussions Too Jays as caterer? https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/663259/too-jays-as-caterer Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:41:47 +0000 Florida-Central Florida SivanG 663259@/discussions
I wanted to get on here and ask if anyone has used Too Jays as their catering for their wedding, and what their thoughts were after the fact.

Another thing is that my mom thinks that using Too Jays would "offend" the guests, like we didn't want to spend the extra money on better quality food. Does anyone have thoughts about that? I don't see anything wrong with Too Jays and with saving some money (I'd rather spend about $1,500 than $5,000...). I just feel like food is not the most important and definitely not the most memorable piece of the wedding, so why spend so much money on it when there is such a delicious and affordable option?

Thoughts please?! :)

Thanks!]]> good fabric shops and color help https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664630/good-fabric-shops-and-color-help Sat, 24 Jul 2010 12:38:42 +0000 Florida-Central Florida lovetothinkpink 664630@/discussions
I have contacted the seamstress to remedy the issue,but if I can only get a refund and not the right color,I'm back to square one. So first off does anyone know of any fabric shops in the Orlando area that would have a great selection of alencon lace? I figure this time around I would get the lace myself and have the seamstress at the bridal shop make it,to be sure I have the right color. The second thing is that I'm really not sure what color lace to get or ask for especially since there are so many different  choices for Ivory,white,champagne,etc.I'll post some pictures so everyone can get an idea.Thanks for the help!
]]> opinions of Academy DJs https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/665346/opinions-of-academy-djs Sun, 25 Jul 2010 08:04:19 +0000 Florida-Central Florida amandagay.simmons 665346@/discussions opinions needed about this DJ https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/663454/opinions-needed-about-this-dj Sun, 25 Jul 2010 19:36:17 +0000 Florida-Central Florida amandagay.simmons 663454@/discussions Any opinions?

-Amanda
]]> opinions needed about this DJ https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/660886/opinions-needed-about-this-dj Sun, 25 Jul 2010 19:36:16 +0000 Florida-Central Florida amandagay.simmons 660886@/discussions Any opinions?

-Amanda
]]> Best time of year https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664988/best-time-of-year Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:09:30 +0000 Florida-Central Florida Mimi623 664988@/discussions Catering https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664849/catering Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:53:05 +0000 Florida-Central Florida FtreVic7/19 664849@/discussions I'm planning from out of town and I'm trying to decide when I should come down for a tasting. I've narrowed it down to two companies and both have created a menu for me already. I feel like I want to at least put down a deposit ASAP but I'm scared to risk it without a tasting first. My wedding is not until April 23rd.

Thanks!
]]> PSA: Johnathan's Flowers Groupon https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/663320/psa-johnathans-flowers-groupon Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:30:10 +0000 Florida-Central Florida ashbosity 663320@/discussions Groupon.]]> Question time... Happy Friday!! https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/665251/question-time-happy-friday Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:27:43 +0000 Florida-Central Florida [Deleted User] 665251@/discussions Guest transportation - are we responsible? https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664358/guest-transportation-are-we-responsible Thu, 22 Jul 2010 22:37:22 +0000 Florida-Central Florida Pattash 664358@/discussions
I've been struggling with what to do about guest transportation on the wedding day. Our wedding is in Florida and a lot of our guests (from my side) will be out-of-towners. I would like to try to accommodate them in some way by providing transportation on the day of the wedding. I'm thinking of renting a bus or van or something like that to pick people up. Of course, I would rather not  have to do this with all the other wedding expenses and things to think about but I thought it was the right thing to do. Just wanted to get some opinions and suggestions, especially if any of you have the same situation.

Thanks]]> Michael's Coupon Bonanza (ends tomorrow) https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664744/michaels-coupon-bonanza-ends-tomorrow Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:53:51 +0000 Florida-Central Florida [Deleted User] 664744@/discussions wedding Bio https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/663199/wedding-bio Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:52:31 +0000 Florida-Central Florida irisheyezfsu 663199@/discussions DON'T FORGET... https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664437/dont-forget Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:16:16 +0000 Florida-Central Florida Blonde407 664437@/discussions Florist and Cake? https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/665659/florist-and-cake Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:57:08 +0000 Florida-Central Florida jj51506 665659@/discussions
I also have a tasting tonight with Anna. I've heard great things about her through vendors but I wanted to know first hand through real brides is any of you are or have used her.

Thanks!
]]> Vendor Review in Full.... https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664625/vendor-review-in-full Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:45:13 +0000 Florida-Central Florida bellebride116 664625@/discussions
]]> Adding Website to Signature?? https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/665515/adding-website-to-signature Fri, 23 Jul 2010 01:56:37 +0000 Florida-Central Florida jj51506 665515@/discussions How can I get my wedding website in my signature and write something instead of just posting the link? Sorry, I am new at this =) Thanks!]]> Rehearsal Dinner Location-Altamonte/Maitland https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/662682/rehearsal-dinner-location-altamonte-maitland Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:43:02 +0000 Florida-Central Florida meghanmcadams 662682@/discussions
We are meeting to discuss budget for it tonight!]]> Gown cleaning and preservation https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664400/gown-cleaning-and-preservation Thu, 22 Jul 2010 19:56:34 +0000 Florida-Central Florida mlharbis 664400@/discussions Day of Shoes https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/665273/day-of-shoes Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:42:45 +0000 Florida-Central Florida nmczub 665273@/discussions Anyone have any tips for "tolerating" your wedding shoes the day of?  I'm not used to wearing heels anymore and find that what I thought would be comfy is not.

Thanks,
Maria]]> FYI- Celebration Hotel https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/665771/fyi-celebration-hotel Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:42:15 +0000 Florida-Central Florida [Deleted User] 665771@/discussions Chair Rental https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/665855/chair-rental Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:40:47 +0000 Florida-Central Florida stardust21587 665855@/discussions
Ceremony and reception is at the Farmer's Market and we were going to have some of the chairs set up inside and the other half out on the patio for the ceremony. Now we will have too many ppl to split it down the middle like that...

So, ... anyone on here ever rent any chairs? Who has a good selection, and how are prices? Also, will they deliver and pick up immediately after the ceremony?
]]> Vendor Reviews https://forums.theknot.com/discussion/664984/vendor-reviews Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:50:38 +0000 Florida-Central Florida vedika 664984@/discussions