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Vendor Reviews

SOME OF THESE MAY CHANGE, AS I AM WAITING FOR AN EMAIL BACK FROM MY DJ, but I will give you what I have for now.

Joe Biggs Photography-
A+
I have not seen my actual picutres yet, but I have no doubt this score will not change.  I have worked with Joe and his wife before, and they are wonderful, both personally and professionally.  I had no problems getting a hold of them during planning, and everything went well.  We had to battle the rain and poor lighting in the chapel, but I think Joe made it work!

David's Bridal- A
Granted, I did not use them for my alterations, but I did use them for my dress and my girl's dresses, and I was pleased.  No problems at all.

Men's Warehouse- C
This one really disapointed me, as my MOH used them for her wedding with no problems, but I was just not pleased here.  We wanted fadorahs and ended up getting more of a "bucket" style hat.  The only reason a C was given, was because money was refunded for the hats with no problem.

Bakery Hill (Cincinnati State)-A+
I LOVED working with Moe, and the amount of cake given for what we paid was rediculous.  That, and the cake was still moist a week later.  We had 4 flavors that were done in a 3 tier cake, 45 cupcakes, and a sheet cake all for under $400!!.  I know that the prices were raised though, but I would go back again just to give Moe the business. 

Receptions Inc (Western Hills, on Westbourne)-A
Joyce was great to work with.  The only problem we had was that the chicken for the kids meals were a bit dry.

Spring Grove- Norman Chapel-A
No problems here either.  The only thing is, and it's just b/c it's an older church, the lighting is poor.

Lisa Rose Alterations-A-
I use Lisa on a regular basis for my clothes and she is great to work with.  The only reason it's not an A+ is because I THINK a stain got on my dress from her business.  I have to way to prove it, but I don't know where else it would have come from.  But, it was small, and in a hideable place (otherwise I would be more mad).

On The Air Entertainment-D.  I WILL SAY I AM WAITING ON AN EMAIL/CALL BACK FROM THE OWNER, J.D..  IF I DO HEAR BACK, THIS WILL CHANGE, OTHERWISE IT WILL NOT!

We used Tony, and I felt he messed up too much.
1. I got a call from him ONE HOUR before I was leaving my house to meet my photog saying he never got my timeline from the owner until that morning at 4:30. 

2. Because of #1, he didn't have my bridal party song, so I had to scrap it.

3. TWICE, we introduced us (my H and I) and "Mr. and Mrs. AMANDA (MyMaidenName). !!! OMG talk about a BIG mistake.

4. Then, he called my Father "Mr. (MyMom'sFirstName) J___.

5. He didn't follow my timeline at all.  I was very unhappy with this

Lutz Florist-A+
Karen was great to work with, and my flowers turned out FLAWLESS!

Hair/Makeup-A+
I used my friend (and BM), Channing, and she workes at the ULTA in Kenwood.  I am going to plug her b/c she did such a wonderful job!

HOPEFULLY THIS HELPS YOU OUT, AND IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS EMAIL ME AT:

Ninjette04 (at) fuse (dot) net
~*Married my best friend on October 2, 2010*~ BabyFetus Ticker

Re: Vendor Reviews

  • afloggieafloggie member
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    edited December 2011
    Glad it worked out so well! Cant wait to see pics!
  • courtzfcourtzf member
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    edited December 2011

    I was thinking about using Ulta in Bridgewater Falls for my hair. What were the prices like? Any suggestions with Ulta (I don't know much about their salon). Thanks!

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  • edited December 2011
    Holly at Ulta in Bridgewater Falls is excellent with make-up!
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  • ninjette04ninjette04 member
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    edited December 2011
    I'm not sure about that one, and I went out there for my trial.  When I went it was Kenwood's grand opening, so they only charged me $25 for my trial, but I'm not sure what the regular price is.  Like I said, Channing is my friend, so she charged me only $65 to come to me and do hair AND makeup.  I'm not sure what she would charge anyone else, but I don't think it would be a ton, since it would be like a "side job".
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  • edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_ohio-cincinnati_vendor-reviews-11?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:108Discussion:269ddc57-5299-492b-a76f-eeec5b9848fePost:2ed71284-f188-4735-9ac3-d2e223051ab3">Re: Vendor Reviews</a>:
    [QUOTE]Does anyone have suggestions about where to go in Cincy for alterations?? I bought a designer dress for 85% off, but it was off the rack and needs quite a bit of alterations! European Bridal suggested Jenny's Bridal Alterations. I cannot find anything about her online and was wondering if anyone has used her or has other suggestions. Please let me know!! I love my dress but I'm nervous about the alterations! Thanks ladies
    Posted by mdckrb[/QUOTE]

    2 that come to mind are Stitches by Pauline and Tony King. I know several ladies here have used either of these and were happy with their work.

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  • edited December 2011
    Ninjette- I had wondered about Bakery Hill, and I'm glad you had a great experience with them. Sounds like you had great vendors overall.
    Also, which Mens Wearhouse did you go through? I'm assuming their service is going to be hit or miss like Davids....

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  • schroeadschroead member
    500 Comments
    edited December 2011
    So glad you liked Norman Chapel! That's where I'm having my ceremony in 19 days!! :D
    !Happily Married!
  • ninjette04ninjette04 member
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    edited December 2011
    Casey- I LOVED working with Moe, she was so great!  Like I said, I know her prices went up, but, we had four flavors, and she doesn't charge extra for more flavors which was nice!  It was just a wonderful experience!  Also, we went through the Florence MW, but I think your right about the hit and miss.

    Alana, I had a GREAT time with Spring Grove, so beautiful!  I would just suggest to take advantage of ANY light you get inside the chapel, and get your pics in then b/c when it's gone, you might not get it back.
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  • 123kk123kk member
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    edited December 2011
    Biggs they are great to do business with
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