Weather Gods: A+
It was a perfect low 80's, no humidity day with not a cloud in the sky
Ceremony/Reception: Ritz-Carlton Beach Club on Lido Key. A+
Amazing job, very attentive from booking until wedding day. Awesome food, everyone couldn't stop saying how yummy everything was.
DJ: Rob Sword A+
Played everything I wanted and not a single thing that I DID NOT want. We only allowed requests by us and anytime (about 5 songs) I requested on the spot, they were played next. Rob was also very attentive to my husband and I, keeping things organized and telling us when we should eat and when to greet guests, etc...
Steel Drums: Caladesi Steel Band A+
I used 1 steel drum player, Dave (owner) for the 1 hour cocktail hour. I never got to hear him since I didn't get to go to cocktail hour, but all my guests said he was great!! They said it was a great touch.
Hair/Makeup: Cari from Kyle Lynn weddings: A+
She did myself, my mom and 3 of my bridesmaids. Everyone was very happy and those that had some small issues, she fixed immeditely. Cari is super friendly and I did switch my hairdo from my trial and she did is perfect for the wedding day.
Florist: Exotica Florist on Longboat Key: A+
Again, great communication from beginning to end. She made mockups of everything on paper and even made some trial centerpieces. I have pics in a below post of what she created on our outdoor 'altar'. All I saw was a drawing so I was very pleasently surprised when walking down the aisle for the first time to see how it all came together!
Limo: SRQ in Sarasota B+
I could swear I requested white limo, but they sent black. I have the contract but it does not specifiy. I have to look through my work emails when I get back to work since that is where I had all communication. I could swear I did request white though. That was the only issue- driver was very nice and limo arrived on time.
Photographer: Jason Angelini (still pending)
We are still waiting for our professinal pics to come back. However, communcation with Jason was great, he was very friendly and easy to work with on the wedding day. Cant wait to see how everything came out!!
Honeymoon: Excellence Playa Mujeres A+
(Booked through Nancy at Island Getaways)
Amazing honeymoon, very luxiourous and immpecable service. Beautiful room and property, excellent food and activities. Definetly caters to couples.
