Weddingbee Blog

I heard Crate & Barrel has this thing where they open it earlier just for engaged couples and you can walk around while they sample all their items. HOWEVER, I heard all their stuff breaks like crazy! Pottery Barn is much better (but so much more expensive, even though it’s worth it!). Honestly, you can’t go wrong with Target (for your non-rich friends) and Macy’s (for your richer friends). They both have everything!

I JUST SAW THAT CLIP! OMG, IT WAS HORRIFYING. In fact, it’s on my xanga blog right now! I feel sooooo bad for her! Do NOT get your hair done only an HOUR before your wedding! If you haven’t seen it, you can check it on http://www.xanga.com/melodiousness (thats my blog)

Ms. Strawberry posted about it the other day
http://www.weddingbee.com/2007/01/25/there-are-no-words/

Where is a good place to start a wedding blog? I want to keep a written account of everything somewhere online, partly so I can post questions and get opinions, and partly so my younger sister will have some guidance when it’s her turn. I want it to have a simple address that people can remember, allow photo posting, and allow comments on posts.

kandance: have you tried blogger.com? that’s a free site and doesn’t require people to be members to post comments.

i am wondering how much to expect to pay for a DJ in the NY/NJ area. i am getting a quote of $5k from DJ David Chang. i am not sure if that is expensive or average or really good.

also.. any ideas how i would go about finding a string quartet? how much are they typically?has anyone ever tried posting at like a music school like julliard? would i save money getting music school students?

hi girls,
i need hair + makeup help! does anyone know a good stylist who is affordable and who will travel to northern new jersey? i already contacted Sachiko and she’s unavailable!

alimir- im using honeyfund.com

ciaobella,
My DJ and MC came out to be around $1600 and I am using http://www.dynastyweddings.com My MC Wendy was handpicked by me because she did my sister’s wedding and she is trilingual. She speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin! It’s not a full time gig for her though, but if you use Dynasty, you can request her services. The DJ I am using is Chris Chen and he is phenomenal. He used to DJ for the Asian parties back in High School and College. He is very personable and willing to work with you on packages. I didn’t need many of the “items” in some packages, I told him what I wanted and he gave me a fair price for all of it. I’ve heard of DJ David Chang and heard good reviews of him, but I think $5K is a bit much for 4 hours or so of entertainment.

I also hired a trio of musicians for my wedding and it came out to be just about $850 for a Cello, Violin and Flute. I used http://www.sterlingmusic.com and spoke with Allegra. She sent me a demo CD and was very patient with me. They charge about $200 per musician for the first hour and then $100 per musician for each additional hour. (If you only require half an hour, it would be an additional $50 per musician). That was the best price that I got from 6 companies that I researched on. Also depending on the size of the venue, you may not necessarily need a quartet, but you could ask her for suggestions as she is very good with details.

Sorry for the long email, but good luck!

ooops, just realized i gave you the wrong link. there are photos in the link above and more photos and a review in the link below:

http://www.weddingbee.com/2006/08/11/the-calm/