Wedding planning can be overwhelming at times. It's hard to know where to start when looking at vendors and the services they offer. In this blog, you will find friends that I have networked with in the wedding industry and highly suggest for their areas of expertise.
BAKERS: Cakes by Jeanie & Shelby Dawkins
Jeanie with Cakes by Jeanie has been creating delicious wedding masterpieces for more than 13 years. Her bakery is located in Hartsville, SC and she serves SC and NC areas. (cake pictured left)
Cakes by Jeanie - 805 Jesse Byrd Road, Hartsville, SC - (843) 307-2301 - https://www.cakesbyjeanie.com
Shelby Dawkins is a local Florence baker that loves creating elegant and tasty wedding cakes. If you are looking to serve up something sweet, yet also beautiful to your guests, I highly suggest both of these ladies for your baking needs. (cake pictured right)
FLORIST: A&B Florist
Leslie Carpenter is a second generation florist. Her mom and dad, Alice and Bill, opened their small business 37 years ago, which is where it gained it’s name A&B. She does an amazing job of using cohesiveness and creativity when creating arrangements for weddings. She creates anything from bouquets to centerpieces for your big day.
A&B Florist - 908 S Cashua Dr, Florence, SC - (843) 669-0758
WEDDING DRESS: Evelyn's Bridal
Every girl dreams of her fairytale wedding dress. That's why the experience of picking one out should be nothing less than magical. Evelyn's Bridal in Lugoff not only has gorgeous and elegant dresses, but the experience and customer service they offer is amazing. They have been serving the SC area for 30 years and take pride in making every girl's dream dress become a reality.
Evelyn's Bridal - 28 Townlee Lane Lugoff, SC 29078 - (803) 438 - 8141 - www.evelynsbridalonline.com
ENTERTAINMENT: David Whatley - Black Tie DJ Services
Looking for someone to get the party started at your reception? David Whatley is your guy! David has such a fun and charismatic personality. He never meets a stranger and loves to have a good time at every wedding he DJs. He finds ways to get everyone on the dance floor and keeps the party going. He not only is super friendly, but also helpful and accommodating in making sure the bride and groom have a great time on their special day!
Black Tie DJ Services - (843)-610-9757 - www.blacktiedjservices.com
MEN'S SUITS: Hoffman and Hoffman
Hoffman and Hoffman is locally owned and operated in Florence. They offer everything from suits to tuxedos, along with sportswear. They have great customer service and work with the groom in finding the right suit and coordinating details for his big day.
Hoffman and Hoffman - 2618 2nd Loop Rd, Florence, SC - (843) 669-9009
HAIRSTYLISTS: Sydney Truluck at So-Lace an Elizabeth Langston Salon & Abby Johnson
If you're longing to have a gorgeous and elegant hairstyle the day of your wedding, I highly suggest Sydney Truluck (pictured top) or Abby Johnson (pictured bottom). They both are always so friendly and accommodating when it comes to their brides.
MAKE-UP ARTISTS: Gracyn Haselden at Carte-Ay' Styling (pictured left) & Madelynn Grainger (pictured right) at So-Lace an Elizabeth Langston Salon
If you are wanting flawless and professional make-up on your wedding day, Madelynn and Gracyn are the ones for the job. These two ladies always show up and create the perfect look that each bride dreams of for their wedding day. They are friendly and so very talented at what they do.
RENTALS: Complete Rental
If you are looking to rent anything from tables and chairs to tents for your big day, Complete Rental has you covered. This family owned business has been in the Florence area for 25 years. They do an amazing job serving their community at various events. They are reasonable, dependable, and kindhearted people!
Complete Rental -1735 S Irby Street, Florence, SC - (843) 667-9608
https://completerentalinc.com/
INVITATIONS: M&M Printing and Graphics
When it comes to all of your printing needs for your special day, M&M Printing and Graphics is the place to start. They can help you with everything from save-the-dates to formal invitations. Their products are great quality and they works with their clients in creating a design that matches the style and vision of their wedding day.
M&M Printing and Graphics -1300 W. Darlington St. Florence, SC -(843) 662-2412 - www.mmpg.us
DAY OF COORDINATOR: Kaiti Grover
Keeping all the details of your special day in order can be challenging between the planning and timeline of events that day. That's why I highly suggest hiring a day of coordinator to help make sure that everything runs smoothly. Kaiti is the best at what she does. She not only has an amazing personality and is so very kindhearted, but she also goes out of her way to make sure everything is perfect for her brides.
VIDEOGRAPHERS: Shaina Bazen (pictured left) with Blue Edge Videography & Brad and Sonja Teal (pictured right) with Something to Remember Productions
Other than photographs, video footage is something that each couple will cherish for many years following their wedding day. When it comes to entrusting the right one to capture it all, Shaina or Brad and Sonja are the best of the best. These two videographers go above and beyond at making sure that even the smallest detail is videoed and preserved for years to come.
Shaina Bazen - www.blueedgevideography.com
Brad & Sonja Teal - (843)-409-0239
CATERING: Jamie Beasley with Beasley's Barbecue Catering and More
Jamie Beasley has been catering weddings and events for almost 8 years. He is a hardworking and reliable guy that serves up great food. I highly suggest him if you are trying to decide what delicious food to serve up to your guests on your wedding day.
Jamie Beasley - (843) 616-2515
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