This has to stop!!!!

imtaken07

We all seen one bride get exposed for constant plugging of Windy City Mix. And on the same day, a new "Bride" shows and signs up and guess what she posted:

Ladybug7485:
I'm using Windy City Mix which has gotten some bad press on the boards recently because there was a knottie that was only posting about him. But we met with him at the beginning of December and booked him for October 2010. He's really nice and professional and has some good deals if you book by the end of the year.

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Does this sound familar? For only being on this board for 4 days, this bride sure knows all about the one "Knottie" bride posting all over here about "Their" DJ service. And isn't it  just funny how she too knows and plugs the great deals that are ending soon. YOU GUYS NEED TO STOP! All you are doing is hurting what is left of your reputation!

KVMW9182010

all you have to do is read the the post history and see what ladybug is talking about - thes posts go back for more than four days.   Seriously, I don't like to come on here anymore because this board has turned into nothing but people yelling at each other about "vendor posts".  Just ignore the post and move on.  It is the holiday seaon - for just that fact alone can't we all just get along with each other until 2010?!

ladybug7485

Hi it's me. I had to change my name because I didn't read the disclaimers well when I signed up and was using my full name as my sn (catherinerbirch) where I had about 45 or so posts and had been a member since September when I got engaged. I've been to a knottie GTG and other knotties can vouche for me. I also posted that I was needing to change my name so that I didn't have my full name associated with my posts.

The reason why I know about their deal that ends at the end of the year is because it's the deal that I booked. I didn't post his website or number because I thought that it may be suspect.
She asked for a DJ rec so I thought I would recommend the one that we're using. Check my bio if you have further concerns.
www.ladybugisgettingmarried.weebly.com
I just feel kind of bad for the DJ because he knows the person who's posting and has asked her to stop sounding like an advertisment. He's very professional and we've had a good experience so far.
To be honest, I thought that I might get some flack for this so I thought about not posting at all but just wanted to offer up the suggestion....

imtaken07

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_illinois-chicago_this-stop?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:72Discussion:10b5cb84-4e30-4576-9054-f93d235b0f62Post:9feda3b5-184b-4bbf-a219-4bba3fa9ed73">Re: This has to stop!!!!</a>:
[QUOTE] I just feel kind of bad for the DJ because he knows the person who's posting and has asked her to stop sounding like an advertisment. He's very professional and we've had a good experience so far. To be honest, I thought that I might get some flack for this so I thought about not posting at all but just wanted to offer up the suggestion....
Posted by ladybug7485[/QUOTE]

Yes, you are a real bride, but how does this DJ know who it is and why are they (Windy city) on here looking at posts? It still sounds like they had sent a few people on here to advertise for them.

I also find it a little wierd, that the bride "<a href="http://community.theknot.com/cs/ks/user/default.aspx?membershipid=9746906031923180&plckUserId=9746906031923180" target="_blank"></a> <div id="forumPostAuthor[2]" class="Discussion_UserName"> <a href="http://community.theknot.com/cs/ks/user/default.aspx?membershipid=9746906031923180&plckUserId=9746906031923180" target="_blank" class="username_knot"> milan,  </a> </div><div class="Discussion_UserInfo"> Joined on
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<div id="PluckLastPost"> Last: 12/22/2009</div>
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<div id="TKKnoticles"> </div> </div> <p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>has been MIA, comes on here, and actaully posts to somthing other than a DJ post...</p><p>
We are looking into <u>Pazzo's at 311</u> in downtown (311 S. Wacker).  A very beautiful venue.  Check them out.</p><p> </p><p>And you are having your reception there as well.</p>

kthame

imtaken07 - ladybug is a legitimate bride...I've met her. Unfortunately, the person posing as a bride (before) who kept replying ruined it for those that actually do want to refer WCDJs.

I wouldn't worry about this one...I'm sure people are happy with WCDJs, and they will (and should) post their recommendations for them. Hopefully any poser brides have learned their lesson.


Kate

imtaken07

I sure hope so!

ladybug7485

He knows who it is and what the posts are because other brides who he's met with have come to him with concerns relating to these posts. I specifically asked him about it because I think it's unprofessional and I thought I should address it directly with him.
To be honest, I think we're kidding ourselves if we think that vendors don't look/lurk on these boards, even if just out of curiousity.
Just be careful about being critical of people on the board like this, I've posted a lot and the chicago board has been very helpful to me. But it just seems like people get worked up over small things and things have been rather dramatic lately.

kthame

Ladies I apologize again for somewhat starting the complaining about "vendor posts".

I was seriously being harassed by a vendor and I had to report this person and forward all of the harassing emails I received (outside of TK) to The Knot.

Going forward, I'm not posting anything about vendors, unless (as Rhodesign says) it's something that really needs to be pointed out to you Ladies. I am just going to hit the REPORT button and ignore, ignore, ignore. We all know they're on here lurking.

As KMV said...let's not let our board get "snarky" we're all here for the purpose of looking for help and offering advice as best we can. Like I said in a previous post...the girls on these boards have been wonderful in guiding me through the planning process...for which I'm extremely grateful and hope I can be as helpful in return.

Have a great rest of your day!

ladybug7485

Oh I didn't see the end of your post until now. I can't explain the coincidance that Milan posted about Pazzo's.
We didn't meet with Windy City until December which was after Milan starting posting, before we met with him I had never heard of him as FI is the one who found the DJ. Then I searched the boards and found her posts so I asked him about it.
I'm feeling a little put out now about how other knotties may view my future posts because of what you're writing and insinunating (sp?). Not quite sure what to do about that but all I can do is post about vendors that I've booked or met with to help other people out which is the only reason why I responded to the DJ post earlier.

kthame

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_illinois-chicago_this-stop?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:72Discussion:10b5cb84-4e30-4576-9054-f93d235b0f62Post:ee4de41b-8d02-4ff4-9ae1-613acccc2ae3">Re: This has to stop!!!!</a>:
[QUOTE] I'm feeling a little put out now about how other knotties may view my future posts because of what you're writing and insinunating (sp?). Not quite sure what to do about that but all I can do is post about vendors that I've booked or met with to help other people out which is the only reason why I responded to the DJ post earlier.
Posted by ladybug7485[/QUOTE]

Girl, don't sweat this...you've been a major help to me several times on the boards and I'm sure many of the girls know this; we can't get to the point where Ladies don't want to come on here or feel uncomfortable about posting...that would certainly hurt us. We have far more experiences of Knotties helping out other Knotties than we do vendors bothering us.


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imtaken07

I just find it strange, that a few brides are non stop plugging them in great detail like this: from UIC, which she hasn't posted recently...Hmmm?

I did check out Precision Sound DJ but their prices were too high for everything we wanted.  WIndy City Mix is offering an all inclusive with unlimited hours for only $550!  Cant beat that, i check out all their reviews and references and checked out great!  Also, Precision Sound was asking for a $200 deposit and Windy City Mix only required a $50 deposit and offered  payment plane which was very helpful!

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The same speech and soap box that Milny was giving. Do you see why red flags are raised!

I have recommended the dj I am using twice. post a link and that is it. Brides can decide for themselves if they are good, or bad. If that is what they want. It just seems again, too much information being posted about one certain vendor in to much detail!

cirrus319

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_illinois-chicago_this-stop?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:72Discussion:10b5cb84-4e30-4576-9054-f93d235b0f62Post:93a2ab09-673d-4889-b0d8-8c4caaf2a21b">Re: This has to stop!!!!</a>:
[QUOTE]Seriously, I don't like to come on here anymore because this board has turned into nothing but people yelling at each other about "vendor posts".  <strong>Just ignore the post and move on</strong>.
Posted by KVMW9182010[/QUOTE]

My sentiments exactly. Well said KVMW.

raeyn

Topics are repeated on these boards time and time again, and for those of us who have been here for months (or years), we'd have nothing to say if we didn't repeat ourselves. There is no limit to how many DJ threads you can respond to with the same recommendation. I understand your concern for vendors posing as brides, but as we've been asked by our Moderator-Extraordinaire, just report anything suspicious and move on. Let the mods deal with it.

In regards to your question as to why a vendor would be lurking on the boards -- to the best of my understanding there is no rule against that. In fact, Rhodesign mentioned recently that a new rule states that vendors are permitted to respond to negative reviews posted about them, so there are certain conditions in which it would make sense to not only read but also post.

As for Ladybug, I too have met her in person. She is a lovely lady who is indeed getting married and has no commercial interest in any specific vendor doing well. As she said, she only has a few posts because she recently had to change her username for privacy reasons. If I recall, you were recently falsely accused of being a vendor, which I'm sure wasn't fun. Please be careful when making accusations about other knotties so they don't go through the same trouble. 

mandybear7

hahaaha CONSPIRACY!!

jbll326

I totally agree with KVMW and Cirrus!

The Vendor Accusation posts are WAYYYY more annoying than actual vendor posts! Just report it then ignore and move on, stop accusing everyone who gives a detailed vendor review!

Can we just get back to posting questions, advice, and honest reviews now?

kthame

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_illinois-chicago_this-stop?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:72Discussion:10b5cb84-4e30-4576-9054-f93d235b0f62Post:8fc947a7-0892-4c84-97aa-8409426b9bfa">Re: This has to stop!!!!</a>:
[QUOTE]hahaaha CONSPIRACY!!
Posted by mandybear7[/QUOTE]

Mandy, this made me really laugh out loud...

cirrus319

I apologize for keeping this thread going, but I have been thinking about it since last night and want to expound on my earlier comment.

Most people who are regular vistors to this board have noticed that it has slowed down a lot in the past month or two. While in large part I believe the new format/slowness has been a big factor, I do also think that the general attitude of the board has also started to shift. There is an agressiveness that was never here before. It has put a bad taste in my mouth as well as others im sure.

Even if you believe a bride to be a vendor, there is no need for witch hunts and calling that person out. There is a reason we have a moderator. Click report and move on. I even give Milany the benefit of a doubt - and how hurtful to see a bunch of internet strangers ganging up on you. That thread felt very "mean girls" to me.

On the flipside of that, there have been bride/vendors who have been WONDERFUL knotties. There were specifically 2 in 2008 who were a florist and DOC respectively. They never touched a post that even had an inkling of their profession with a 10 foot pole, but they had wonderful opinions and advice in all other realms. Also, unless you were truly a regular reader you would have never picked up their IRL jobs.

I guess my ultimate point is, please be kind to each other. This board is a public forum for all and up until recently, has always managed to be above snarkiness and entitlement (i.e. this is my board not yours). Ok, I'm done with my soapbox.

Happy Holidays Ladies.

creese72

Well said cirrus319!!

rhodesign

Okay...
I've investigated the claims with Annie, and we have nothing to show that anyone who's posted about WCDJ is somehow associated with it. I spoke with one poster on IM and asked her to just tone it down a bit because it's rubbing people the wrong way.

Again, as I've said, if a post is blatant vendor advertisement, please report it. I try my best to stay on top of such things, but I miss things. If someone 'appears' to be a vendor, bring it to my attention via PM and I'll look into it. If we can't find anything wrong with it, there's nothing we can do.

Don't forget, too, that as annoying and un-allowed it is for vendors to post on here, we all do use vendors for our weddings and it's allowed to post about one you actually used/are using so long as the information is asked for. Vendors do come on this board and read stuff, and they are allowed (under some circumstances and once approved) to respond to posts about themselves.

Let's stay cool, ladies!

allisonNdonnie

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_illinois-chicago_this-stop?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:72Discussion:10b5cb84-4e30-4576-9054-f93d235b0f62Post:4abbe482-fba6-4459-b2c0-e67a9bfd9824">Re: This has to stop!!!!</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: This has to stop!!!! : My sentiments exactly. Well said KVMW.
Posted by cirrus319[/QUOTE]

AGREED! Between the knot totally screwing up my original account and all this drama-rama, I'm about ready to pull the plug.... <img src="http://cdn.cl9.vanillaforums.com/downloaded/ver1.0/content/scripts/tinymce/plugins/emotions/images/smiley-undecided.gif" border="0" alt="Undecided" title="Undecided" />