I got married in October at American Village. I wanted to share my thoughts on my vendors in hopes that it may help out another bride!
Venue:
American Village - Montevallo, AL A++
My venue was amazing! We married in the chapel and had our reception in the ballroom. It's a beautiful location and the staff there is just amazing. All of our family and wedding party were commenting on how great the staff treated us.
Contact: lhopson@americanvillage.org
Caterer:
D'Armond Catering A
Danny did a fabulous job with our food. He was very reasonably priced and our food was delicious. His presentation was also great. He is not the most professional to work with beforehand, but he really turned it out for the wedding...which is most important.
Contact: ddarmond02@yahoo.com
Florist: C
I used my sister-in-law as my florist. She did not do what I ask, and was difficult to work wtih. I recommend not using family as vendors.
DJ:
Wayne Ingram B+
Wayne was very nice to work with. His prices were extremely reasonable and he was very nice. I was not impressed with his lighting so we didn't use it. He also did my ceremony music and did a great job.
contact:
wingram@pipeline.comCoordinator A+
Becky was excellent to work with. She was always on time, nice and pointed out things we would have never thought of. She was also a ton cheaper than most of the other people I talked to. She was the main reason I didn't have any stress and she was worth every penny.
contact: beckysbrides@yahoo.com
Cake: A
Dana Beasley did my cake. She does this purely by word of mouth. My cake was beautiful and delicious. And she was a TON cheaper than everyone else.
Contact: dbeasley3@yahoo.com
Gobo Light:
TLS Inc in Huntsville F
The bulb was blown and then it was miswired. If we wouldn't have had an electrician for a groomsmen it never would have worked. Also, it was so huge on the dancefloor no one could ever tell what it was. A total waste.
Vintage Car:
Vintage Auto Chauffeur F
They went to the wrong venue!! They never showed up. I called and he offered a full refund, but made me drive to his side to pick up my refund.
Invitations:
Alan's Invitations B+
I LOVED my invitations and they were great to work with. The only reason I didn't give them an A+ because they were very expensive. Even with a coupon I had from the bridal show.
Contact: alansinvitations@gmail.com
Calligraphy: A++
I used a lady name Ann who actually works at a pharmacy, but just does it on the side. She is amazing and VERY VERY reasonably priced. She does them by hand and was worth every penny.
Contact:eblount3614@charter.net