Sara and Greg's Wedding
St Louis, MO, USA, April, 2008
"The wedding turned out great and under budget! Can't ask for anything more. April was a scary time to get married in St. Louis due to unpredictable weather. The rain held off, and the sun actually came out right as I walked down the isle. The next day was beautiful, and really showcased our great city. All of my out of town guests really enjoyed going to the arch and a Cardinals game, and were impressed with the City. "
Vendors
- Cakes/Candies: Sugaree Baking Co
- Photographers: Heather Gregory/Shutter Happy Studios
- Officiants: All Couples Married/Bob Barker
Cakes/Candies
Sugaree Baking Co
1242 Tamm AveSt Louis, MO, United States
They almost forgot our cake. They thought it was on a Saturday! But boy was it yummy.
Photographers
Heather Gregory/Shutter Happy Studios
2315 A Cherokee StreetSaint Louis, MO, United States
I only hired a photographer for two hours, and she was amazing. She managed to get a ton of photos while she was there, and every picture is beautiful. I also get a CD with all the files, so I can print what I want. She was professional, unobtrussive, and great to work with. Highly recommend even if you have a small budget to work with like I did. She will custom make a plan to work with you.
Officiants
All Couples Married/Bob Barker
6609 Clayton RdSt Louis, MO, United States
Bob was funny and kind, and was easy to work with. His name was one of the reasons we hired him! Reasonably priced.
Venues
- Ceremony: Piper Palm House
- Hotel: Drury Plaza Hotel
- Restaurant: Boogaloo
- Restaurant: Schlafly Bottleworks
- Entertainment: Laclede's Landing Parking
- Entertainment: Loop
- Entertainment: Mangia Italiano
- Entertainment: Upstairs Lounge
- Attraction: Anheuser-Busch Inc
- Attraction: Busch Stadium
- Attraction: Lone Elk County Park
- Attraction: St Louis Zoo
- Attraction: St. Louis Science Center
Ceremony
Piper Palm House
4256 Magnolia AveSt Louis, MO 63110, US
Although some construction fencing was still in place due to an overhaul of the ponds, the location was still beautiful. We had the ceremony inside due to weather, and then the sun came out in time for pictures. The reception was set up beautifully, and the food was great. This place doesn't need much decoration, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants a garden wedding, with option of inside. You only have one choice for catering due to contractual issues, but the food is good, if a little pricey.
Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel
2 S 4th StSt Louis, MO 63102, US
Most of our guests were from out of town. This hotel had a variety of room sizes to accomodate families with children. The pool was a hit with all the youngsters, as was the complimentary happy hour and breakfast. The location can't be beat, as it is walking distance to the arch and baseball stadium. Excellent price and customer service, not to mention a beautiful lobby that is huge. Great place for groups to meet and gather to hang out with each other. Restaurant also on site.
Restaurant
Boogaloo
7344 Manchester RdSt Louis, MO, USA
One of our favorite restaurants and bars located near our house. Parking on the street, in lot behind, or in the shopping center across the street.
Schlafly Bottleworks
7260 Southwest AveMaplewood, MO 63143, US
314-241-BEER
Change of plans for the Rehearsal dinner. This place is more kid friendly and serves great food centered on locally produced food. Not to mention the beer is made in house and really, really good. Thursday April 3, 2008 at 6:30 pm Reservation under Anonymous/Anonymous. Check out the menu online.
Entertainment
Laclede's Landing Parking
801 N 1st StSt Louis, MO, USA
A whole area of restaurants and bars located down on the Riverfront.
Loop
6504 Delmar BlvdSt Louis, MO, USA
The loop is a strip of shopping, restaurants, and live music venues. There is also a Star walk with famous people from St. Louis.
Upstairs Lounge
3131 S Grand BlvdSt Louis, MO, USA
Tiny little bar that usually has a DJ spinning. The sign is tiny! Watch out that you don't miss it, upstairs from Mekong Vietnamese restaurant.
Attraction
Anheuser-Busch Inc
1127 Pestalozzi StSt Louis, MO, USA
Don't forget to take a brewery tour while you are here. Free samples at the end!
Busch Stadium
250 Stadium PlzSt Louis, MO, USA
There is a noon game Saturday. The stadium is walking distance from the hotel. For those of you who emailed me for tickets, we will meet at the hotel at 11:15am. Our tickets are in section 431 Row 3.
Lone Elk County Park
450 West Outer Road, Uninc Saint Louis County, Missouri, United States
This park has a herd of buffalo and a bird sanctuary, as well as a very good mountain biking/hiking trail.