Favorite Professionals

Some of my preferred vendors: In no particular order because they're all so awesome!

Bridal attire

The Savvy Bride: Stratford, CT

Julie Allen Bridals: Newtown, CT

The Persnickety Bride: Newtown, CT

Wedding Embassy: Oakville, CT

Rent the Dress CT: (online)

Melissa Ashley Brides, RI

Hair & Makeup

Lauren Simpson, LA PAGE MAKEUP

Jennifer Conley, THE FAIRYGLAMOTHER

Kim Higgins, EYE FOR BEAUTY

Bernadette Danielle, A TRAVELING SALON

Flowers

Flowers By Danielle

Forever Brooch Bouquets

Wood and Word Blooms

Earth Blossoms

Sweet Talk Floral

Petals and Plates (Floral and Table Decor)

Photography

Will and Kate Photography

Chris Rakoczy

Heather Renee Photography

Kate Manley

Samantha Perelli

Jessica and Shane (The Masters)

Officiants

Sandra Gabriel, JP, Monroe

Shelley Armatino, JP, New Haven

Jeanine Schirmer, JP, Danbury

Sarah Sullivan, JP, New Britain

Marie Tyler Wiley, JP/Minister, Mystic

Victoria Burrdick, Reverend, Groton

Judith O'Connor, Reverend, West Haven

Michael John Valenti, JP, Branford

Eva Torres-Luciano, JP, (bilingual officiant)

Mary Coburn: Minister, Canton

Becky & Scott Wilson, JPs, New London

Tiffany Blake JP, Deep River

DJs

Rob Albert Event Services

DJ Lion King: Jeremy Torres

Michael John Valenti

Vivid Events: Brian Casella

CNT Entertainment: Tony

Rudy C Productions

Correlation Productions: Rob

DJ MO-ATF

Ceremony Musicians

Continuo Music (Barbara Wyton)

Kipp Sturgeon

Quinn Mitchell - Saxophone

Ben Feiert - Singer/Guitarist

Ariana Strings

Honeymoon/Destination Wedding Travel

Here to the Moon, Michele Drieding

Whitney's Escapes

I want the best person for your ceremony. If I'm not a good fit for you or I'm not available, I highly recommend any one of these awesome officiants!

Videography

Brian Kuenn, Kuenn Photo & Video

Arnold Alina, Barnberry Productions

Matt Garza, New England Creative

Max and Daniela Sapiain, Motion Videography

Max Palmer, MaxMotion

Alyson Grisham, Alyson Films

Chris Walsh Productions

Geoff Boka, The Light Mill Film Studios

Wedding Planning

Brehant Creations

Pink Olive Events

Engaged CT

Stationery and Design

Custom Creations Boutique

Cake/Dessert/Sweets

Noteworthy Chocolates

Venues

Great River Golf Club
Heritage Hotel
Bill Miller's Castle
The Lace Factory
Delamar Hotel, West Hartford
Hartford City Hall
Saltwater Farm Vineyard
The Waterview
Bluebird Farm
Wood Acres Farm
Sweet Hill Farm
Madison Beach Hotel
The Inn at Longshore
Birchwoods at Oak Lane
The GrayBarns
Maple Lane Farms
Woodwinds
Lounsbury House
Villa Bianca
The Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station
Stonehurst at Hampton Valley
Aria
La Bella Vista
19 Main
The Riverview
Wadsworth Mansion