We chose each of these vendors based on our seven years of hands-on experience working with people. As photographers, we have found that when you find good people who are also good at their jobs it truly makes your day better. Each vendor you find on this list was handpicked with you in mind, this isn’t a list that vendors can pay us to be on, but based solely on being good, fun, genuine people. Overall our goal as a vendor is to make the wedding planning process less stressful and more enjoyable for you.
Event Planners
Meleka at MMJ Events (Western)
Opened in 2009 this Columbus, Ohio wedding and event boutique wants nothing more than to be a part of your big day. They love the little details that make your wedding day unique, to tell stories, and to build relationships with their clients. Meleka has an eye for design, and the ability to mix personal touches with beautiful details.
Scarlet City Events (Western)
Started in 2007, Scarlet City Events is a professional, full-service planning boutique that provides clients a unique planning experience. They take a personal interest in every wedding they plan and work with their couples to shape their vision into a reality.
Joie de Vivre (South Asian)
Based out of Columbus, Ohio, Joie de Vivre Events offers top of the line event planning from small events to the most extravagant galas. Founded in 2009, Joie de Vivre Events thrives as a notable Multicultural Wedding Planning agency. They offers a unique approach to planning by providing the necessary expertise and resources in order to create a one of a kind personalized planning experience.
Venues
Carrie at the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Garden
Founded over 150 years ago, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is a premier landmark and attraction featuring exceptional plant collections and gardens, seasonal art and nature-based exhibitions. This destination situated in 88- acres of Franklin Park, two miles east of downtown Columbus, features both indoor and outdoor gardens.
The Westin Columbus will work with clients to ensure the ideal venue and customized wedding plans. They offer up to six-hour wedding receptions, two course of plated or buffet dinners, five hours hosted familiar brands bar, complimentary cake cutting and champagne toast, and so many more options for your special day.
The Ohio Statehouse is one of the oldest working statehouses in the United States. Completed in 1861 after 22 years of construction it is one of the greatest examples of Greek Reveal architecture in the United States. Restored in 1996 the statehouse is filled with priceless historic art, and even the expansive grounds even have a historic past with Civil War Union soldiers frequently camped there. The Statehouse allows for both weddings and receptions to take place on these historic grounds.
The Ivory Room is a chic, modern venue in Downtown Columbus with a stunning panoramic backdrop of the city. This location can be customized to create the perfect setting for any bride.
The Pinnacle Golf Course opened in 2006 in Grove City, Ohio. They offer accommodations between 20 to 400 guests. The Pinnacle is ready to serve you with beautiful unique spaces, breath taking views, exceptional service and outstanding cuisine. Beyond the wedding ceremony and reception, Pinnacle is also the perfect venue for all of the events surrounding your big day.
Located in downtown Columbus the Columbus Museum of Art allows brides to use art as the backdrop for the wedding and reception. With a multitude of options for locations the Columbus Museum of Art is a great option for any bride.
The Brookshire
This Rustic, chic wedding venue located in Delaware, Ohio was designed for brides by a world renowned wedding planner and maintains its status as a family owned business to this day.
Bryn Du Mansion
Sitting on fifty-two acres this historic house located in Granville, Ohio (east Columbus) is a beautiful option for weddings and receptions. Built in 1905 it’s colorful history, and the legacy of the families that lived there, add to the rich environment and unique facilities.
Florists
Amy Music owns this unique boutique in German Villiage in Columbus, Ohio (downtown). Opened in 2010, Posy has designed unique arrangements for hundreds of events. She offers bespoke floral design deliveries.Posy has received the Best of Weddings award from The Knot seven consecutive years and has been featured in InStyle Weddings, Style Me Pretty, The Knot, Dear Gray Magazine, Wedding Chicks, Glamour and Grace, and Style Unveiled.
Currently based out of Oregon, Madison is a floral designer, teacher, stlylist and artist. A trained painter, Madison synthesizes her knowledge of color and texture with her passion for nature by creating floral designs for weddings and events. She splits her time between Oregon, Korea and Beijing, China where she teaches floral workshops throughout the year.
Photobooth
InstaStyle Photo Booth Rental was founded by a group local wedding photographers. After noticing the lack of quality photo booths in Columbus, Ohio they are out to redefine the photo booth experience by using professional grade cameras and studio lighting to produce beautiful images while still being housed in a sleek minimalist package.
Live Band
Formed in May of 2006 SWAGG has been traveling all over the country as a band covering some of the most popular songs from the past decade. Their performances blend different styles of music together into a unique show.
The Conspiracy Band has over 20 years of experience entertaining diverse crowds. This group performs throughout Ohio and has been booked in such cities as New York, Miami, Pittsburgh, and Louisville. The Conspiracy Band brings the perfect blend of the classics and modern hits. The Conspiracy Band encompasses some of the best musicians the country has to offer, including a complete horn section, and multiple vocalists.
DJ
Byron at Buckeye Entertainment
Located in Upper Arlington Buckeye Entertainment is a moble entertainment company featuring 320,000+ songs. Having DJ’d for thousands of weddings in Columbus Buckeye Entertainment knows the ins and outs of the wedding process and are ready to help keep the reception rolling.
Stationary
Run out of the historic German Village Ink and Ivory started in 2008. Inspired by nature and graphic patterns Ink and Ivory is a labor of love focused on branding and custom announcements and invitations.
On Paper opened in 1997 and is located in the historic Short North arts district of Columbus, Ohio. An award-winning retailer, On Paper offers the largest selection of specialty stationery in Columbus. For nearly 20 years, this independently owned shop and online store have showcased luxurious stationery, artisan printing, exquisite wedding invitations and vintage inspired gifts.
Cake
Scarlett Kilzer designs are clean and delicate with the sophistication of Floral Haute Couture. Scarlett brings her knowledge of classical music history, costume & set design, fine art- watercolor, pen & ink and sculpting into her designs.
Dress Shop
Lindsay & Kristen at La Jeune Mariee
La Jeune Mariee Bridal Collection opened its doors in Worthington in 2004 and moved to its current location in the heart of downtown Columbus, Ohio in 2008. They take pride in their upscale gown selection, offering styles by some of the world’s most well known bridal gown designers. Brides can expect their appointment in a dreamlike setting with an experienced bridal stylist.
Diane & Heather at White of Dublin
Diane and Heather created White of Dublin in 2011, out of a sincere desire to create the ultimate bridal experience. It is their belief that selecting your wedding gown should be an intimate and memorable event – one that is everything you have dreamed of.
