Ohio-Cincinnati — The Knot Community

RD at Brio, Behle Street Cafe, Mitchell's Fish Market?

mhard10 — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 02:22:51 +0000

Has anyone used any of these restaurants for their RD? We are torn between the three and would appreciate any reviews/opinions! Thanks

Question for Dayton Brides

katiea22 — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 14:41:53 +0000

Has anyone used Glawe Tent and Awning Company?? Its out of Fairborn and so far its the cheapest I have found as far as tent rentals go. Thanks!!

Tux/ Suit rentals???

hotrocker2011 — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 22:47:04 +0000

Where are some good places to go that have rentals for maybe 200 and under….I know about Men’s Warehouse, but I’m blank on any others...TIA

How to use the Budgeter Payment Section

gkuche — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 01:06:48 +0000

I don't want to post this in the wrong place, so please let me know if I am. I have already read the directions and I cannot figure out how to use the payment and deposit section in the budgeter. If a vendor tells me that I have to make a $100 deposit and then tells me when the remainder is due in two more payments how do I do this without it showing up that I already paid it. I am putting in the amounts and putting in the dates they are due and I am not checking off any of the boxes that say paid so how come when I update it, it says I paid that amount? I can see how this would work to keep track of your payments you have already made but it is not working for me to put when things are due and not paid yet. I hope this makes sense. Thanks!

Excited!

lynchaa — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 14:30:21 +0000

I am getting very excited to dress shop this weekend!!!! I am going to reading -does anyone have any advice on questions to ask/ how to negotiate/tips? I am getting so excited I can hardly concentrate which is bad! Thanks girls :)

Men's Warehouse in Kenwood?

clearheavens — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 04:55:41 +0000

I really need some of your advice on renting tuxes in town. I'll bold the important parts because this is a little long.

First question.

Last week, FI and I went into Men's Warehouse in Kenwood (near Barnes & Nobles). We had on us a coupon from Fall 2010, which gave us a free tux after renting 5, and the woman there said that the current promotion is rent 6 tuxes get 1 free. (We asked her to repeat to make sure we understood, and she definitely said 6, making it 7 total tuxes. And we only have 5 GMs). She didn't give us back the coupon, said she was going to keep it, and then didn't help us for the rest of the time. We just stood there wondering what we were supposed to do, or if she'd even make an effort to make a deal with us. After failed attempts to get more help, we just walked out without her saying bye.

Then I went on the Men's Warehouse website and there really is a current promotion for Spring 2011 that gives us 1 free tux with 5 rentals. Shouldn't the store deals and the website deals match up? And if they don't, doesn't the website's deal trump that lady's deal? I don't know what's going on. Did we just go on a bad day or should we just go to the Men's Warehouse in Tri-County?

Ok, second question.

All our GMs are from OOT. We were planning on picking up the tuxes only 1 day before the wedding because that's when all of them would arrive in town to try them on before leaving the store. What is the possibility that Men's Warehouse would screw up our order or there is a last-minute situation that can't be fixed? I'm a little worried because our GMs are not all common sizes.

UPDATE: We called MW Kenwood, asking to speak with the head of the tux rental department. Her name was Marsha. She said that the current deal is rent 5, get 1 free. So I also don't know what last week was about. But I thought this would give the whole picture.

Destiny Yacht Charters

kreinemeyer — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 21:12:48 +0000

Has anyone been to a wedding on the Destiny Yacht? We're seriously considering this option. Let me know what your reviews are! Thanks!

Wedding Dress for sale

Nicole859 — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 03:42:05 +0000

Please check out my pre-owned wedding dress for sale:

http://www.recycledbride.com/listing/17280/allure-bridals-8265

This is a gorgeous dress for only $500.

Thanks and feel free to ask questions.

Party Pleasers coupon - TODAY ONLY

muamanda18 — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 22:05:01 +0000

Hey ladies,

If anyone is using Party Pleasers here is a great coupon. It is a buy one, get one free for their uplighting.

http://deals.weddingchannel.com/deal/cincinnati/party-pleasers-services

Just wanted to pass it along so others can take advantage of it.

"White" by Vera Wang at David's Bridal?

clearheavens — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 04:58:07 +0000

Have you seen the new catalog at David's Bridal? Vera Wang is launching her new line there. The best part is that the price ranges from $600-$1400.

I asked the sales people and they said that the dresses should be appearing only at the Kenwood David's Bridal sometime in March. It looks gorgeous! I already bought my dress but I can't wait to go just to see them in person.

http://www.davidsbridal.com/Browse_White-by-Vera-Wang

Alteration recs????

RCK4485 — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 23:58:12 +0000

Hi guys! Just wanted to get some recs for alteration places that you all have had good luck with. Thanks ladies!

Wedding leftovers!!! Ready to find a new home!! Sashes, vases, invites, etc

KoKoKali — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 23:07:03 +0000

Hi ladies,

I finally got my act together and out together a full post of what I want to sell from after the wedding. here is the post:
http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/for/2236981138(DOT)html.

My primary wedding color was a ruby red with gold accents. So if you are doing anything with red, there are several GREAT bargains. Buy SATIN sashes for cheaper than you can rent them...(I checked)

And if you are a bride just starting your planning, I have a lot of stuff that can be used in ANY wedding, shoes, garter, bra, vases, personalizable guestbook, decorations, a great deal of it new in box. Think of my house as a one stop shop to get a lot of the little incidentals out of the way, save yourself a lot of TIME and MONEY (and help me reclaim my guest room). HAha. Thanks for looking. Feel free to call me (will give my number after email contact established) & email me. I am up late, no time is too early or late. SunnlightChild@yahoo

Happy planning!!

Cincinnati Area Only--Crystal Votive Centerpieces/Vases For Sale

baboox — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:37:19 +0000

Hi! I am selling these from my November wedding. They are perfect as centerpieces, and can be used for flowers, candles, or flameless candles (I used roses and flameless candles in them--see photo). I am asking $8 each. Please email me at dcallis@cinci.rr.com. Thanks for your interest!

6/25 wedding cancelled

txin1_19759230 — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 17:14:11 +0000

Kumler Chapel in Oxford might be available for 6/25! There is usually a year-long wait to get married there.
Also listing items for sale in the classified section. Linens & candy items available.

Check out the Pete Wagner Band and DJ Tony Krebs downtown this Saturday

Junior League of Cincinnati — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 21:54:33 +0000

The Junior League of Cincinnati presents CinSation 2011 Step back to a time of glamour, gambling, and clandestine cocktails as we recreate a 1920s speakeasy at the Contemporary Arts Center downtown Cincinnati.

Saturday, February 26, 2011 7:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Enjoy dinner by the bite provided by some of Cincinnati's top restaurants, which will compete to win the "CinSation Best Bite of the Night" contest. Guests will dance to music by the Pete Wagner Band and DJ Tony Krebs. Try your luck at an incredible silent auction, casino games, and raffle, all emceed by Cincinnati Bengal Dhani Jones. Cocktail or 1920s inspired attire.

Tickets are $65 if purchased by February 25
$75 at the door
$100 for patron level tickets

Complimentary parking in 5/3 garage with invitation or parking voucher.

Tickets and parking voucher available at www.jlcincinnati.org/" target="_blank">www.jlcincinnati.org.

All proceeds to support the mission of the Junior League of Cincinnati.

Bridalrama

teeny0518 — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:05:44 +0000

Anyone been to Bridalrama before at the convention center? Just wondering if it will be worth it to get some good deals!!

Dress Alteration

hbrockman01 — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:01:45 +0000

I was referred to Tony King downtown for my dress alterations. Bridal & Formal owner said by far he is the best. Anyone ever use him? If so, what did you think and how pricey was he really?

Wedding/Reception at Union terminal Cincinnati museum center

BMBrinson — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 18:51:19 +0000

Has any one had their wedding or reception here? How many people did you have and were in the museum did you do everything? My fiance and I are leaning strongly towards having both our wedding and reception here and I'm just trying to figure out how it would all work. I have seen the spaces but it wasn't set up. Thanks for any help!

Blocking Hotel Rooms

lamar0607 — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 18:29:55 +0000

Did everyone block hotel rooms off for the wedding? Our wedding is in Oxford (near Miami) in late August, so I am thinking it would be a good idea to block off some rooms since their might be a lot more parents visiting, etc... during that time.

How many rooms did you block and what was your guest count? We are inviting 150 people- should I just look at my list and count how many are from out of town and go from there?

Thanks for any tips!

Consumed Alcohol at Weddings

AshleyKnue — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:56:27 +0000

Hi All- I get to bring my own alcohol to my reception site and have no idea how much to get. I will have approximately 200 drinking guests. I heard 3 kegs and 10 bottles of wine would be enough but that just doesn't sound right. Anyone have any suggestions? I am providing beer and wine and POSSIBLY liquor... If you have an idea, please let me know how much I would get for beer+wine bar and beer+wine+liquor bar for 200 drinking guests.

Thanks!

Transportation

hbrockman01 — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 18:41:28 +0000

Hey all... I am looking for reasonable transportation in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area. Everyone I have spoken to has referred me to a Savannah Nite or Motortoy Limo... all great options if I had $1500+ set aside for transport. Any other suggestions on transportation would be greatly appreciated.

Side note: I have contacted Gold Key Transportation they seem reasonable just wondered if anyone has used them or know someone who has.

Dayton area alterations

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 19:30:33 +0000

Hello, I am purchasing my dress in PA but live here in Dayton and I think it will be less of a hassle to get it altered & bustled here but I don't know anybody in the local area who can do that. Any recommendations?

Lisa

Rehearsal Dinner Locations

Alexis513OSU — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 02:19:16 +0000

I am getting married in West Chester and we are having all of our guests stay down at Union Centre. We are looking for some rehearsal dinner suggestions. We have a large wedding party and would need a location that can accommodate 60 people.

Posting photos...

gkuche — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 01:46:52 +0000

Sorry to ask so many questions. I am trying to upload some photos and it is telling me that there is an error and "This service is unavailable". Has anyone else had this problem or know how I can fix it? Thanks a lot!!

AThousand Words Photography/Video experience?

katiakhb1 — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 04:44:47 +0000

Hello,

did anyone have A Thousand words photography take pictures/videos at thier wedding? I'm looking into working with them. it would be very helpful if you guys could share your thoughts on this vendor.
Thank you!

Folchi

Sugarbear86 — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 16:04:02 +0000

What is your expierence with them?

Amanda

I have found the BEST photographer.....and she's affordable! So excited!!

gkuche — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 16:47:38 +0000

I just booked my photographer and she is the best!!! She is so affordable and offers all kind of specials. If you contact her, ask her about the $400 Wedding Package that I just got! She is a sweetheart! Her name is Kaitlin Kroeger. She does great Engagement photos as well and even discounts that by 50% if you book your wedding with her!!

You won't be disappointed.
Gina K.

150 pocket invitations for $60! :)

hcohen0222 — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 20:58:21 +0000

Hey ladies! If anyone of you are looking for bronze pocket wedding invites, check out target. They have a box of 50 on clearance for $20! It comes with everything, except they are supposed to be self mailers, but I am going to buy envelopes for them. I am beyond happy right now! I was expecting to spend a lot more than I did, and they are great quality.

Flowers

AARE — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 01:09:04 +0000

I am looking for a florist for a May wedding in Fairfield. Our colors are deep purple and silver. Any suggestions on type of flowers or florists in the Cincy area?

Has anyone used Larry Saunders for their DJ?

gkuche — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 23:17:47 +0000

I am meeting with Larry Saunders of Larry's Lights DJ Service next week. Has anyone used his services or attended a wedding that he DJ'd (is that eve a word? LOL)? Thanks a lot!